Matt Taibbi

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Score -39
5/13/2024, 4:06:22 AM
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In reply to:
TangoNoFilter
@tangomaster25
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@mtaibbi @Timcast BUT.... That would mean everyone who isn't Democrat would be on that list, since they think Republicans are all white supremacists and a threat to democracy.
Matt Taibbi
@mtaibbi
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You seem to be missing the part where the No Fly List would be compiled and maintained by the FBI. You couldn’t draw up a more perfect example of a 1A violation.
Dale Baker
@dlbkr2
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@mtaibbi Flying on planes owned by someone else with other people is not a “right” it is a privilege. Same as driving on publicly funded roads. If they are hindering you from owning an airplane, I could see the argument.

The statement in question engages in a discussion about the classification of January 6 attendees as terrorists and the implications of such classifications on civil liberties. It references a specific article to support its argument, indicating a substantive engagement with public issues, specifically the balance between national security and individual rights.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to highlight concerns about potential harm to civil liberties, aligning with the principle of doing no harm with words and actions. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    While the statement uses strong language ('transparently fucked'), it primarily focuses on critiquing a policy approach rather than attacking individuals, respecting the dignity of others.
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The use of charged language might detract slightly from promoting understanding and empathy, but the intent to provoke critical thinking about civil liberties is clear. [-1]
  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 a form of constructive criticism by challenging the definitions and implications of terrorism classifications on a specific group. [+1]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement corrects what the speaker sees as a mischaracterization or an overreach in policy, adhering to the principle of acknowledging and correcting broader societal mistakes. [+1]
  6. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    By discussing the implications of government policies on civil liberties, the statement uses its platform to potentially better societal understanding of these issues. [+1]
  7. 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 defending the rights of individuals against broad classifications and potential consequences without due process. [+1]