Michael Schellenberger

Rank 44 of 47
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Score -120
9/18/2025, 2:30:39 PM
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Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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121d
It’s true that there are political broadcasting rules (equal-time provisions, reasonable access for candidates). None of those applied in the Kimmel situation.
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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121d
The First Amendment protects our right to say hateful and wrong things and prohibits the government from infringing upon our ability to do so. The exceptions to this are extremely rare. This really shouldn’t be so hard to understand.
Nico Perrino
@NicoPerrino
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121d
This is a 9-0 Supreme Court decision from just last year.

The statement raises concerns about potential government influence on media decisions, emphasizing the importance of transparency and the appearance of influence. It engages in public discourse by discussing the implications of government actions on free speech and media operations.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly cause harm but raises concerns about potential harm from government influence.
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It respects privacy and dignity by not making unfounded accusations but highlights the importance of transparency. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding by discussing the implications of perceived influence on media. [+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.
    It engages in constructive dialogue by addressing concerns without personal attacks. [+1]