Matt Taibbi

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Score 45
2/6/2024, 1:05:52 PM
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GregVirginia
@GregVirginia
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@Jim_Jordan @mtaibbi @JudiciaryGOP @Weaponization @amazon I have not seen Taibbi say a single word about the complete and total US government and US media censorship of all pro-palestinian views.
Lost his nerve???
Rep. Jim Jordan
@Jim_Jordan
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THE AMAZON FILES – “feeling pressure from the White House”

Internal docs subpoenaed by @JudiciaryGOP & @Weaponization indicate that @amazon bowed down to Biden White House pressure to censor BOOKS.

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The statement is part of a conversation about censorship and the treatment of Palestinian views in digital platforms. It references a specific claim about Palestinians often being the first affected by new digital censorship techniques and challenges the recipient to verify the information, implying they have not done their research. The tone is confrontational but addresses a serious issue regarding free speech and censorship. The images and links provided are meant to support the claim and offer additional context.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm but rather seeks to highlight an issue of potential injustice and censorship. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others by not targeting individuals but rather discussing a broader social issue. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding or compassion as it is confrontational in nature, but it does not engage in hate speech.
  4. 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 does not foster constructive dialogue due to its confrontational tone. [-1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to highlight an issue of censorship, which could be seen as working towards the betterment of society by advocating for free speech. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds the principles of free speech by bringing attention to censorship concerns, but the confrontational tone may not be seen as using the platform with complete integrity.