Matt Taibbi

Rank 20 of 47

Score 45

Of course it’s performative. Since people like @Comey don’t make themselves available for potentially difficult interviews, and force reporters like me to resort to writing to speaking agents just to seek comment, I have no choice but to try to use public pressure.

Patrick

@dev1_patrick

721d

@mtaibbi @Comey This seems like a very performative tweet. Surely, as a professional journalist you can find more direct/effective ways to get in contact.

2/7/2024, 6:55:45 PM

The statement is a response to criticism of the original poster's method of attempting to contact a public figure for comment. The tone is defensive and explanatory, with the intent to justify the use of public pressure as a last resort due to the lack of direct access to the individual in question.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not appear to do harm with words and actions, but rather explains the circumstances that led to the public call-out. [+1]
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 constructive criticism by explaining the situation and the challenges faced in professional journalism when access is denied. [+1]