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Rep. Eric Swalwell: The aim of Trump's escalating threats on elected officials is to 'silence' them
MSNBC· 2025-11-25 03:29
the reaction that the president has had to service members telling other service members, you don't have to follow an illegal order. And then his reaction is telling himself, look, I I think of my 8-year-old. I will tell him sometimes if I'm working downstairs and he's upstairs, like, I better not find out that you're on YouTube if he finds his way to a screen. If he throws a tantrum or if he loses it, and sometimes he does, I'm like, okay, well, you've been on YouTube.like you just you just told on yoursel ...
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Mike Benz· 2025-11-23 06:24
Social Commentary - The tweet emphasizes the paramount importance of freedom of speech for this generation [1]
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Mike Benz· 2025-11-14 22:58
With all the good things this FBI is doing, I have to keep it real and say this latest defamation case appears to me to be a mistake and could create a very dangerous precedent for freedom of speech online. https://t.co/bfj8EcGIex ...
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Elon Musk· 2025-11-14 10:01
RT Eva Fo𝕏 🦊 Claudius Nero's Legion (@EvaFoxU)Elon Musk: Freedom of speech is the bedrock of democracy“ If you don't have freedom of speech, you don't have democracy. Because if you don't have freedom of speech, people cannot make an informed vote. If they're just being fed propaganda, and there's no freedom of speech, democracy is an illusion.Freedom of speech is the bedrock of democracy.That's why freedom of speech is the First Amendment. Once you lose freedom of speech, you lose democracy. Game over.” ...
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Elon Musk· 2025-11-13 22:33
RT Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal)ELON: GROK IS THE BEST ASSISTANT TO FIGHT PROPAGANDA“You just press the Grok icon on any 𝕏 post and it will analyze it for you and research it as much as you want.So, just by tapping the Grok icon, you can assess whether that post is the truth, nothing but the truth, or whether there's something supplemental that needs to be explained.So, I think we've made a lot of progress towards freedom of speech and people being able to tell whether something is false or not false, or prop ...
The dangers of self-censorship | Kateryna Khrapak | TEDxLCCUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-11 17:20
[Applause] Because of some unexpected changes, I will soon be graduating. And as I was choosing a topic for my thesis, I wanted to research how governments, specifically government of my country, use manipulative rhetoric to control public opinion. But in the end, I didn't.Not because I lost interest, not because I couldn't find sources, but because I thought, what if people misinterpret me, what if my friends would never talk to me again. So, I changed my topic. Last week, I saw a new law that I secrete wi ...
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Wendy O· 2025-11-08 14:52
Crypto Industry & Legal Issues - The crypto industry emphasizes that code is speech and developers are essential for Bitcoin and crypto's existence [1] - The industry highlights the prosecution of Samourai Wallet developers and calls for their freedom, using the hashtag FreeSamourai [1] - The industry references Trump's promises to defend self-custody, property rights, privacy, freedom of transaction, association, and speech for Bitcoin users [1] Political Advocacy - The industry urges holding Trump accountable for his promises to the Bitcoin community [1] - The industry advocates for America to be the crypto capital by protecting developers [1]
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-11-01 21:53
Core Principles - Privacy is essential for an open society, enabling selective self-revelation rather than secrecy [1] - Freedom of speech is paramount, even when it involves sharing memories of interactions [2] - Individuals should only reveal information directly necessary for a transaction to maintain privacy [3] - Anonymous transaction systems, like cash, are crucial for privacy, empowering individuals to reveal their identity only when desired [4] - Cryptography is necessary for privacy, ensuring that communication is only accessible to the intended recipients [5] Technological Imperatives - Anonymous systems should be built to facilitate private transactions, leveraging electronic technologies [7] - Cypherpunks are dedicated to creating anonymous systems using cryptography, anonymous mail forwarding, digital signatures, and electronic money [8] - Code is being written and published to defend privacy, making it freely available worldwide [9] - Regulations on cryptography are opposed, as encryption is considered a fundamentally private act [10] Social and Political Considerations - Privacy requires a social contract and cooperation among individuals to deploy privacy-enhancing systems [11] - Governments and corporations cannot be relied upon to grant privacy; individuals must actively defend it [6] - The Cypherpunks welcome questions and concerns but remain steadfast in their mission to enhance privacy on networks [12]
Kasparov’s warning: All signs indicate Trump will not give up power voluntarily
MSNBC· 2025-10-19 18:26
Threats to American Democracy - The speaker warns that the trend indicates a reluctance to relinquish power voluntarily, suggesting that the 2026 midterm elections may be free but not fair [4] - The speaker expresses concern that government agencies like the DOJ and FBI are being weaponized, and behaviors at Senate hearings suggest an audience of one, implying undue influence [5] - The speaker believes Trump identifies his party (GOP) with the state, merging state symbols and interests with his own, driven by "glory" and "money" [6] - The speaker emphasizes that Trump's actions contradict the founding fathers' principles, urging vigilance to prevent him from turning the 250th anniversary into a personal celebration [16] - The speaker warns that a future attempt to overrule the will of the American people might involve ICE uniforms and FBI agents, a more organized effort than January 6, 2021 [14] Call to Action - The speaker stresses the need to step up pressure to protect American democracy, emphasizing that one demonstration is not enough [7] - The speaker questions the passion of Democrats in Congress, urging them to raise awareness and be more aggressive in defending American democracy [8] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of focusing on defending the essence of American democracy, setting aside divisive issues [14][15] Historical and Comparative Context - The speaker draws parallels between Trump's pursuit of power and glory and the Soviet Union and Vladimir Putin [10] - The speaker highlights the importance of the framework of freedom of speech and discussion that America was built on [11] - The speaker points out the danger of Trump neutralizing constitutional tools for communication and debate [12] Statistical Context - The speaker acknowledges that 7 million demonstrators is a significant number, but notes that it is in a country of 350 million people [3]
Rep. James Clyburn on GOP attacks over No Kings: 'America was born out of protest'
MSNBC· 2025-10-17 01:46
Government Shutdown & Protests - The report highlights the Republican party's criticism of protests against the administration, labeling protesters as Marxists and pro-Hamas [1][6] - The report emphasizes the importance of protest as a fundamental right in the US, citing historical examples like the Boston Tea Party and Rosa Parks [4] - The report suggests that the administration is perceived as anti-protest, especially when directed at them [3] - The report indicates a potential connection between the protests and the government shutdown, with Republicans offering a vote on Obamacare subsidies in exchange for ending the protests [7] Healthcare & Policy - The report mentions concerns about cuts to Medicaid, threats to Medicare, and the lack of tax credits associated with the Affordable Care Act [9] - The report cites an example of a couple in South Carolina whose healthcare premiums could increase from around $50 per month to over $2,000 if changes are implemented [17] Political Landscape in South Carolina - The report references a call to eliminate Congressman Clyburn's district in South Carolina [18] - The report states that Democrats in South Carolina hold approximately 45% of the vote in every election, but only have 14% representation in the congressional delegation [19] - The report suggests a perception that fairness is lacking in the political process in South Carolina [15][20]