Matt Taibbi

Rank 28 of 47
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Score -7
8/2/2024, 1:58:16 AM
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In reply to:
Steve Marusich
@stevemarusich
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468d
@mtaibbi You are wrong. My wife bought one in the USSR in 1989. We still have it. It’s on our wall now.
Matt Taibbi
@mtaibbi
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468d
It’s the best propaganda because that moment never once happened in all of Soviet history
WiseMonkey
@SoCalObserver
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468d
@erchief @milehijules @stainless_dave @mtaibbi They used to sell these anti-alcohol signs at http://sovietski.com/ ( a liquidator of soviet stuff after the USSR fell). They aren’t in business anymore.

The statement is part of a broader conversation about Soviet-era propaganda and cultural attitudes towards alcohol. The tone is somewhat dismissive and humorous, suggesting disbelief that anyone in Soviet history would refuse a shot of vodka. The intent appears to be to challenge the authenticity of the propaganda poster's message.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm directly, but it could be seen as dismissive of cultural differences and historical context, which might be harmful to some. [-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 does not respect the privacy and dignity of others, as it makes a broad generalization about a cultural group. [-1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion. Instead, it dismisses the possibility of the depicted scenario, which could be seen as disrespectful to those who might have lived through that era. [-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 does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue. It dismisses the other person's experience without providing a reasoned argument or evidence. [-1]