The only reason why I think LJ could be shut down is the fact that we are now collectively linked - the Russian and the Western sides are together in Moscow. And we already know that there has been "trouble" from political activists in Ukraine and even some in Russia that have made statements or sent messages through LJ. There is a chance that the government would simply choose shut down the service and if that side goes, so goes our side. Or, if the service isn't used in any way, again, it could create a situation where it gets shut down. What is the likelihood of it happening? I think that depends on the political climate and where all of this is going. But the possibility remains.

Several months back I went on a safari to try to find out the name of any person involved in either running LJ or acting as a liaison to LJ from the west, or just keeping track of our side of things. I got nowhere! There is no one on the bridge of this vessel. Even the volunteers who occasionally have to do some maintenance work have no idea who is "above" them. And that is a big red flag with a hammer and sickle on it!

Maybe you could share why you want to stay, what is it about LJ in its current configuration (LJ Idol not withstanding) that is a reason to continue here?