Matt Taibbi

Rank 22 of 47
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Score 46
2/16/2024, 1:35:58 AM
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In reply to:
Getting More Normal
@gettingmorenorm
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604d
@mtaibbi Let's hear this from someone who didn't spend an extended period of time in Russia
Matt Taibbi
@mtaibbi
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604d
That idiotic report is based on the evidence-free assessment that Konstantin Kilimnik is a Russian spy, sending poll numbers to the FSB, which otherwise wouldn’t know where to spend its $2,930 worth of pre-election social media ads.
Pinky
@BeaArthurVibes
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604d
@DonaldJTrumpJr @mtaibbi Your dad's own intel committee found that Russia hacked the election to install him. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/…

The statement in question is part of a complex conversation regarding the legitimacy of reports about Russian interference in the 2016 US election. The user claims to have been a critic of Putin and suggests that their paper was shut down by him, which implies a personal experience with censorship and authoritarianism. The tone of the statement seems to be defensive and aims to establish credibility in the context of the discussion about Russian activities.

  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 shares a personal experience to contribute to the conversation. [+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, as it does not target any individual with harmful intent. [+1]
  3. 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 user is attempting to use their experience to promote understanding of the situation, which aligns with the principle of promoting empathy and compassion. [+1]
  4. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The user is using their influence to contribute to a societal issue, which is in line with the principle of using influence for the betterment of society. [+1]
  5. 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 sharing a personal anecdote related to the topic of discussion, using the platform responsibly. [+1]