Matt Taibbi

Rank 24 of 47

Score 8

@ThePersecutdOne It’s amazing. You really think these are equivalent issues - making errors is okay, so long as one is focusing on the right thing. The irony being that when I don’t weigh in on a topic, it’s often because I’m afraid of making mistakes, which used to be important in this business.

9/13/2025, 1:24:48 AM

In reply to:

Adam Craig , PB🔻🍉🗽🌳

@ThePersecutdOne

70d

@mtaibbi I hear that Brie chose to avoid the subject as, like you viz-a-viz Israel's genocide, she just had nothing to contribute to the conversation either way.

Matt Taibbi

@mtaibbi

70d

Incredible that you continue to make insinunations about my character when you refuse to apologize for pointless factual errors you made about me on air at "Rising."

I appealed to settle the issue in private, you ghosted me, and it's been this ever since. WTF?

Briahna Joy Gray

@briebriejoy

70d

Seems like a good topic for journalists on the censorship beat. Also, the mainstream media's malfeasance on reporting the bullet as having "trans ideology" on it or whatever seems like exactly the kind of story @mtaibbi has been great at covering -- at least when the

The statement by @ThePersecutdOne engages in a public discourse about the responsibilities and challenges faced by journalists, particularly in the context of making errors and addressing controversial topics. The tone is reflective and somewhat defensive, acknowledging the fear of making mistakes in public discourse. The statement touches on the importance of focusing on the right issues and the irony of avoiding topics due to fear of error, which is relevant to the broader discussion about journalistic integrity and accountability.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not directly cause harm but reflects on the fear of making mistakes, which is a responsible acknowledgment of the potential harm of misinformation. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
The statement promotes understanding by highlighting the internal conflict journalists face regarding error and responsibility. [+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 does not engage in personal attacks but rather reflects on the broader issue of journalistic responsibility. [+1]
Principle 5:
I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
The statement acknowledges the importance of correcting mistakes, which aligns with the principle of accountability. [+1]