Matt Taibbi

Rank 23 of 47

Score 29

-1

I’m pretty sure @shellenberger, @galexybrane and I broke the story of the Proximal Origin Slacks six months ago, showing even the authors of the paper most associated with the zoonosis theory were joking about lab leak being “so friggin’ likely.” You knew that before I guess?

Marquis ChaCha

@ChachaMarquis

756d

@mtaibbi honestly can’t believe there are still people trying to monday morning quarterback the details of this stuff in 2023. pathetic. it has been well over a year since anyone has said anything interesting on this topic (aside from a few people doing actual medical research)

1/10/2024, 11:05:17 PM

The statement appears to be part of a public discourse on the origins of COVID-19 and the response to the pandemic. The tone is critical and suggests that the authors of a paper associated with the zoonosis theory were not serious about their work. The statement also criticizes the social distancing guidelines and the public health officials who recommended them. The content touches on the principles of constructive criticism, acknowledging mistakes, and using influence responsibly.

Principle 4:
I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
The statement engages in criticism but may not be constructive as it seems to mock the seriousness of the authors' work rather than engage in a dialogue. [-1]
Principle 5:
I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
There is no indication of acknowledging or correcting mistakes within the statement itself.
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses influence to challenge public health narratives, which could be seen as an attempt to better society by seeking truth, but the tone may not promote understanding or empathy.