Matt Taibbi

Rank 21 of 47

Score 29

I’m not asking her to name her source. I’m saying stories that are based on anonymous sources like this are by nature almost impossible to confirm.

Delphinia T. Kares

@iwalkeddead

@mtaibbi Weren’t you hounded for your sources during the Twitter Files hearings? Did not naming them make your files false? It’s odd to see such septum from you.

11/26/2025, 10:40:35 PM

The statement by @mtaibbi addresses the reliability of stories based on anonymous sources, which is a topic relevant to public discourse as it pertains to journalistic integrity and the verification of information. The tone is skeptical and somewhat defensive, aiming to highlight the challenges in confirming such stories.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not cause harm but rather questions the reliability of anonymous sources, which is a valid journalistic concern.
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 a form of constructive criticism by questioning the validity of stories based on anonymous sources, without resorting to personal attacks. [+1]
Principle 7:
I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
The statement upholds the principle of free speech by responsibly questioning the credibility of information, which is a key aspect of journalistic integrity. [+1]