Gary Marcus

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WIRED
@WIRED
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SCOOP: The Social Security Administration (SSA) will be shifting its public communication exclusively to X, sources tell WIRED. This comes as agency plans to cut its regional office workforce by roughly 90 percent.

https://www.wired.com/story/soci…
4/12/2025, 11:07:35 PM
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Matt Tallmer
@matt_tallmer
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300d
@GaryMarcus SSA denied that, saying it will continue to communicate as it always has
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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300d
I cannot emphasize enough how vile and self-serving this decision is.

Many people who do not have internet or are not comfortable with X or computers in general will die or otherwise suffer as a result of this heinous decision. It is also a huge invasion of privacy.
Staff Sergeant Johnson
@Colonel_Myway
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BREAKING FOX NEWS: Today, Elon Musk announced that effective July 2025, the social media app X will become the official and only communication system for the Social Security Administration and Medicare. The controversial change is expected to save Americans a trillion dollars.

The statement is part of a public discourse about a significant policy change involving the Social Security Administration (SSA) and its communication methods. The conversation raises concerns about accessibility, privacy, and the impact on individuals without internet access.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement by @GaryMarcus highlights potential harm caused by the decision, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm. [+2]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The concern about privacy invasion respects the privacy and dignity of others, aligning with this principle. [+2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes empathy by considering the impact on those uncomfortable with technology, aligning with this principle. [+2]
  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 constructive criticism of the decision, aligning with this principle. [+2]