Elon Musk

Rank 26 of 47
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Score 17
6/7/2025, 1:19:01 AM
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In reply to:
John Van Boxtel
@JohnVanBoxtel1
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51d
@pbeisel @elonmusk @realDonaldTrump Context matters: @elonmusk’s threat to decommission SpaceX Dragon wasn’t out of the blue—Trump threatened to cancel $22B in SpaceX contracts first, risking NASA’s ISS missions. Musk was responding to that pressure, not starting the fight. Let’s not judge without the full story.
phil beisel
@pbeisel
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51d
Dear Elon (@elonmusk),

You are a principled man. Earnest and honest. And your assessment of the BBB (Big Beautiful Bill) is correct.

But your strategy is wrong. The scorched earth plan will not end well.

No matter your influence @realDonaldTrump is the President. It would be

The statement is part of a conversation discussing the context of Elon Musk's response to a threat from Donald Trump regarding SpaceX contracts. It engages with public issues related to government contracts, space exploration, and the actions of public figures, thus constituting public discourse.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm and aims to provide context, which aligns with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding by providing context to the situation, which aligns with promoting empathy and compassion. [+1]
  3. 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 dialogue by encouraging others to consider the full story before making judgments, which aligns with engaging in constructive criticism and dialogue. [+1]