Michael Schellenberger

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Jason Miller
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Exclusive: US to revoke visas for Brazilian solicitor-general, other officials @Reuters

“Several of them are current or former aides or allies to Brazilian @STF_oficial Supreme Court Justice @Alexandre de Moraes…”

https://www.reuters.com/world/am…
9/22/2025, 6:36:26 PM
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Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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Brazil's dictator Moraes is a straight-up criminal thug.
Glenn Greenwald
@ggreenwald
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The US State Dept just announced its expansion of Magnitsky Act sanctions on Brazil's authoritarian judge Alexandre de Moraes, to now include his wife Viviane: while Lula is in the US to speak at the UN.

The Moraes family just bought a $4 million mansion while under sanctions.
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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The choice is between free speech & slavery. There’s no middle path. Free speech must come before trade relations and, in the case of the EU, NATO. Demands for *global* censorship by EU, Brazil, and Five Eyes allies are a clear and present danger to Americans. Thus, bravo to this
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
@SecScottBessent
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Alexandre de Moraes is responsible for an oppressive campaign of censorship, arbitrary detentions, and politicized prosecutions—including against former President Jair Bolsonaro. Today’s action makes clear that @USTreasury will continue to target individuals who provide material

The statement 'Excellent news' is a supportive response to a conversation about sanctions and criticisms against Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The conversation involves serious allegations of censorship and authoritarianism, as well as international political actions like sanctions. The tone of the statement is approving and aligns with the criticism of de Moraes.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly cause harm but supports a narrative that could be harmful if not substantiated. [-1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement does not respect the privacy and dignity of the individuals involved, as it supports derogatory language and actions against them. [-1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding or empathy, as it takes a one-sided stance without engaging in dialogue. [-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.
    The statement does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue, as it simply agrees with a negative characterization without further discussion. [-1]