Matt Taibbi

Rank 23 of 47
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Score 32
2/18/2025, 10:03:37 PM
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@XerifiedNobody
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@JMontyBurner @mtaibbi no one is stopping Berenson from posting elsewhere.
Jordan Montgomery Burner
@JMontyBurner
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@XerifiedNobody @mtaibbi No one is stopping the AP from publishing
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@XerifiedNobody
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@mtaibbi why does Alex Berenson have the right to a Twitter account but AP doesn’t have the right to attend WH briefings? there is no functional difference.
Matt Taibbi
@mtaibbi
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The AP doesn’t have to print “Gulf of America” and Trump doesn’t have to invite them in the White House.

That’s not censorship. Nor was Biden kicking the NY Post out of a WH event.

It was censorship when the White House successfully lobbied Twitter to remove Alex Berenson.…
Ferris Bueller
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@mtaibbi You can’t see how singling out a news outlet for not recognizing a stupid naming stunt and baring them from the Oval Office is censorship of that outlet?
Try harder.

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing the issue of censorship and media treatment under different political administrations. It questions the consistency of media reactions to alleged censorship actions by comparing hypothetical scenarios involving public figures.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly harm others with words or actions, but it implies bias in media coverage, which could indirectly contribute to polarization.
  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 engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech, but it does question the integrity of media outlets, which could be seen as disrespectful. [-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, as it focuses on criticizing perceived media bias rather than fostering dialogue. [-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 criticism of media practices but does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments, maintaining a focus on the issue of censorship. [+1]
  5. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech by questioning media practices and encouraging discussion on censorship, using the platform to address a public issue. [+1]