Jake Tapper

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Jeremy Konyndyk is at jeremykonyndyk.bsky.social

So - I've actually led Ebola outbreak response at @USAID.

This is bunk from Elon. They have laid off most of the experts, they're bankrupting most of the partner orgs, have withdrawn from WHO, and muzzled CDC.

What's left is a fig-leaf effort to cover their asses politically.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar

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Elon Musk: "We will make mistakes. We won't be perfect ... so for example, with USAID, one of the things we accidentally canceled very briefly was ebola prevention."

2/26/2025, 10:08:03 PM

The statement criticizes actions related to Ebola outbreak response, suggesting mismanagement and political motivations. It challenges claims made by Elon Musk regarding USAID's Ebola prevention efforts.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement aims to highlight potential harm caused by alleged mismanagement, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm. [+1]
Principle 2:
I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
It criticizes specific actions and decisions without engaging in personal attacks, respecting privacy and dignity. [+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 is critical but does not engage in personal attacks, focusing on actions and policies instead. [+1]