Matt Taibbi

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Score -51
5/16/2024, 9:58:15 PM
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May Smith ☮️
@MarySmithfx
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@esaeger @mtaibbi I can't tell if Taibbi is a sellout or a sucker. Given all of the reports from how he treated colleagues at RS, it looks like he leans toward "sucker." A sellout has to have had some integrity to start.
Eric Saeger, Obscure Author & Rate-Limited Goblin
@esaeger
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455d
@MarySmithfx @mtaibbi Not if it makes Elmo look bad, idk. They've got a weird thing, those two.
May Smith ☮️
@MarySmithfx
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455d
I guess this story is one that @mtaibbi won't be posting.
Mueller, She Wrote
@MuellerSheWrote
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710d
THREAD: This is harrowing. Saudi Arabia wanted the names of 6000 anonymous Arab Spring dissidents from Twitter. At first, MBS tried to get their names using EDRs - requests under emergency circumstances. When that proved cumbersome, KSA basically bought Twitter. 1/

The statement in question is a part of a larger conversation about journalistic integrity, the influence of social media platforms, and the role of individuals within these platforms. It addresses public concerns about transparency, accountability, and the potential manipulation of information, which are significant issues in today's digital and media landscape. Therefore, it constitutes public discourse.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement includes harsh language and accusations, which could potentially harm the reputations of the individuals mentioned. This does not align with the principle of doing no harm with words and actions. [-2]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement, while public, does not reveal private information but does attack the dignity of others by using derogatory terms, violating the principle of respecting the privacy and dignity of others. [-2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The accusatory and confrontational tone of the statement does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion. [-2]
  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 dialogue about a disagreement but resorts to name-calling and harsh language, which are forms of personal attacks rather than constructive criticism. [-1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement attempts to defend the speaker's integrity and address misinformation, which could be seen as using influence for the betterment of society. However, the approach taken may undermine this intent.
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The use of derogatory language and personal attacks does not uphold the principles of responsible and integrity-driven use of platforms for free speech. [-1]