Matt Taibbi

Rank 34 of 47

Score -42

+11

Don’t get me wrong, it usually wasn’t moral fear, it was fear of the career-ending mistake that kept people up the night before publication. Now certain kinds of mistakes are unpunished, so as long as you attack in the right direction, everyone sleeps worry free

Peter

@klittle197

427d

@mtaibbi Terrified seems a little overstated
And today you and i both know it's far more lucrative to be loyal to the ideology than to deliver the truth
It's gotten so bad that honesty can and will leave you unemployed

5/7/2024, 1:28:48 AM

The statement engages in public discourse by discussing the integrity and motivations within journalism, specifically addressing the shift in journalistic standards and the consequences of ideological loyalty over factual accuracy. This conversation touches upon the ethical considerations and societal implications of journalism practices, making it a substantive engagement with public issues.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement highlights concerns about the harm that can be caused by irresponsible journalism, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm with words and actions. [+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 dignity of others by critiquing a system rather than individuals, aligning with the principle of respecting privacy and dignity. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
By critiquing the current state of journalism, the statement promotes understanding about the importance of integrity in media, aligning with the principle of using words to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion. [+2]
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 a critique of journalistic practices without resorting to personal attacks, focusing on the issue rather than individuals, which aligns with engaging in constructive criticism and dialogue. [+2]
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses its influence to critique and potentially better journalistic practices, aligning with the principle of using influence for the betterment of society. [+2]
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 responsibly using the platform to discuss important societal issues, aligning with using the platform responsibly and with integrity. [+2]