Matt Taibbi

Rank 23 of 47

Score 29

There’s a new agency at the State Department called the Global Engagement Center that has been intimately involved with domestic speech surveillance and English language propaganda since 2017 - it needs to be defunded

VictorGallagher

@VictorGall6791

599d

@mtaibbi The State Department squashing accounts ? If there is a loop hole that allows them to do that then that hole needs to be plugged.

6/15/2024, 7:38:24 PM

The statement and the surrounding conversation engage in public discourse by discussing the role of the State Department's Global Engagement Center (GEC) in monitoring and potentially censoring social media accounts. The conversation raises concerns about government overreach, free speech, and the transparency of content moderation practices. The tone is critical and calls for action (defunding the GEC), indicating a strong stance on the issue.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement aims to highlight perceived government overreach and potential harm to free speech, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm with words and actions. [+1]
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 by focusing on a government agency rather than individuals, thus not engaging in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
The statement promotes understanding and empathy by bringing attention to potential issues of government surveillance and censorship, although it could be more balanced in its presentation. [+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 of the GEC and calls for defunding it, which is a form of dialogue. However, it could be seen as a strong stance that might not invite open dialogue.
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses its platform to raise awareness about a significant issue, aiming for the betterment of society by advocating for free speech and transparency. [+1]
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 advocating against government surveillance and censorship, using the platform responsibly to discuss these issues. [+1]