Matt Taibbi

Rank 35 of 47
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Score -49
12/22/2025, 11:27:06 PM
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Trebor
@TreborJoss
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11d
@mtaibbi I'll make an excuse. The story was one-sided and Weiss told the reporter it needed more work.
Matt Taibbi
@mtaibbi
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11d
Not if the story was spiked after a call from the White House.
Acting like it’s unique or rare is a little weird - John Brennan spent a chapter boasting about talking papers out of stories - but it’s a bad look, definitely
Billy
@themaddog247
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11d
@harryjsisson @mtaibbi will have tons of awesome excuses for @bariweiss

The statement is part of a broader conversation about media censorship and political influence, which are public issues. The tone is somewhat sarcastic, suggesting skepticism about the media's practices. The intent seems to be to critique the timing and process of media corrections or retractions.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly harm others but uses sarcasm to critique media practices, which is a mild form of criticism.
  2. 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 critiques a process, aligning with constructive criticism to some extent. [+1]
  3. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement contributes to a discussion on free speech and media integrity, aligning with the principle of using one's platform responsibly. [+1]