Michael Schellenberger

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Score -98
2/14/2025, 3:04:25 PM
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Michael Shellenberger
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"To many of us on the other side of the Atlantic, it looks more and more like old entrenched interests hiding behind ugly Soviet-era words like 'misinformation' and 'disinformation' who simply don't like the idea that somebody with an alternative viewpoint might express a…
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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JD Vance drops this bombshell: "The organizers of this very conference have banned lawmakers representing populist parties on both the left and the right from participating in these conversations." (!)

Europe has lost its mind.
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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There are some amazing quotes in this speech:

— "If American democracy can survive 10 years of Greta Thunberg's scolding, you guys can survive a few months of Elon Musk. But what German democracy, what no democracy, American, German, or European, will survive is telling millions…
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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Bravo @JDVance !
Rapid Response 47
@RapidResponse47
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.@VP in Munich: "The threat that I worry the most about vis-a-vis Europe ... is the threat from within — the retreat of Europe from some of its most fundamental values, values shared with the United States."
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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JD Vance is right: the greatest threat to free speech and democracy in the Western world comes from Europe. This week, I warned of the global axis of censorship, and why America must stand up for our founding values. It is inspiring to see the Trump admin. center free speech!
Greg Price
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JD Vance went to the Munich Security Conference and roasted the entire continent of Europe for being petty tyrants and criminalizing freedom of speech, including a British man arrested for praying at an abortion clinic.

The statement engages in public discourse by discussing concerns about democratic processes and free speech in Europe, referencing a former European commissioner's reaction to an election annulment in Romania and potential implications for Germany. It critiques the use of terms like 'misinformation' and 'disinformation' as tools for suppressing alternative viewpoints.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly harm others but implies criticism of certain political actions, which could be seen as harmful to democratic values.
  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 privacy and dignity, focusing on public figures and political actions rather than personal attacks. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement aims to promote understanding and awareness of perceived threats to democracy and free speech, though it may lack empathy towards those it criticizes.
  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 criticism of political actions and policies, avoiding personal attacks, but it could be more constructive in its dialogue.
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to raise awareness about issues related to democracy and free speech, aiming for societal betterment. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech principles by discussing censorship concerns and using the platform to express opinions on public issues. [+1]