Will B Good

Yes,..... but they free speech bots....so that's fine.

You would be quite relaxed about doing away any form of press regulation that allowed.....say....Putin to own and distribute a newspaper in the US or UK?

Free speech as long as it doesn't upset Musk....mmmm? Since Elon Musk took over Twitter (now rebranded as X), several high-profile individuals and accounts have been banned. Here are some notable examples: ### 1. **Kathy Griffin** - **Reason:** Griffin was banned after she changed her profile name to "Elon Musk" and used his profile picture as part of a satire. Musk indicated that she was banned for impersonating him without clearly labeling it as parody, which violated the platform’s rules against impersonation. ### 2. **Ye (formerly Kanye West)** - **Reason:** Ye was banned for posting offensive and antisemitic content, including an image that combined a swastika with the Star of David. This incident followed a series of increasingly controversial tweets from Ye, leading to the ban under Musk's ownership. ### 3. **@ElonJet** - **Reason:** This account, run by college student Jack Sweeney, tracked the location of Elon Musk's private jet using publicly available flight data. Musk banned the account citing concerns about personal safety and privacy, although he had previously stated he would allow it to remain active in the name of free speech. ### 4. **Journalists (Various)** - **Reason:** In December 2022, several journalists from outlets like CNN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post were suspended. Musk claimed the suspensions were due to these journalists allegedly sharing information that put his personal safety at risk, though this was widely interpreted as a reaction to their critical coverage of him. The suspensions were later reversed following public backlash. ### 5. **Mastodon** - **Reason:** Mastodon, a decentralized social media platform, was banned after it promoted the ElonJet account, which Musk had banned. The Mastodon account was seen as encouraging what Musk considered doxxing or endangering his personal safety. ### 6. **Antifa Accounts** - **Reason:** Several accounts associated with the Antifa movement were banned. Musk has positioned himself as strongly opposed to the Antifa movement, which he has criticized as being violent and extremist. ### 7. **James Lindsay** - **Reason:** The conservative author and commentator was banned after violating X's rules on hateful conduct, particularly around issues related to gender identity and LGBTQ+ topics. ### 8. **Other Political and Activist Figures** - Various other figures, particularly those engaging in behavior Musk deems harmful or dangerous, have also been banned. This includes accounts that Musk believes violate the platform’s rules around doxxing, harassment, or spreading misinformation. ### Context Elon Musk's approach to content moderation on X has been controversial, with critics arguing that his actions have been inconsistent with his stated commitment to free speech. He has reinstated some previously banned accounts (like Donald Trump's) while banning others, leading to debates about the balance between free expression and platform safety.

Good point, well made. Just to add to your lines (you may know it)... You can lead a whore to culture, but you can't make her think.

Thank God Musk was born in South Africa and neither parent is American....phew.!!!

So do I......it's the 'getting caught bit' that tends to spoil it.

'Reports suggest' the only viable candidate to replace Trump is DeSantis ......that would be frying pan/fire.....there must be other/better candidates???

I guess these companies are savvy enough to realise these contract details are for today.....Saturday......there could be totally different requirements come Monday.

I imagine she will be quietly thrilled at the prospect of you being away for a few days....🤭

I occasionally make a serious effort to listen to him at one of his rallies. But to be honest, I have to keep something sharp by my side.

The only way is up, baby......

How would they fact check something like that....unless, at the time, a local rag happened to report it. A helicopter crash landing with Trump and Willie Brown aboard would have been major news..... Trump definitely lied....Biden may have, but there is no way of telling.

If the Republicans don't react in the next two weeks and dump him they are doomed. But who has the 'necessary' to move against him...? No one.....so they will end up throwing away the election as they are too scared of him.

Yes...I do the same.....wandering around London. Five big lads outside?.....No thanks.

I wondered that......No.....The RNC would convene to decide who should replace him.....which might be Vance.

Sold the family silver to bribed the police, soldiers and fire service to toe the line.....leaving latter generations to pick up the tab......you could almost say it was clever if it hadn't had such tragic consequences.

Your right one huge hoax...... The Industrial Revolution, which began in the late 18th century, is widely regarded as a pivotal period in human history that initiated significant changes in technology, society, and the environment. Key pieces of evidence linking the Industrial Revolution to the onset of climate change include: 1. Dramatic Increase in Greenhouse Gas Emissions • Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) Levels: The burning of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, became widespread during the Industrial Revolution. This led to a significant increase in carbon dioxide emissions. Ice core samples and atmospheric measurements show a sharp rise in CO₂ levels starting in the late 18th century, corresponding with the onset of industrialization. • Methane and Nitrous Oxide: Alongside CO₂, methane (from agriculture, livestock, and fossil fuel extraction) and nitrous oxide (from agricultural practices) also began to increase during this period, further contributing to the greenhouse effect. 2. Global Temperature Rise • Temperature Records: Historical temperature records show a consistent increase in global temperatures beginning around the time of the Industrial Revolution. This rise in temperature is closely correlated with the increased concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. • Paleoclimate Data: Proxy data, such as tree rings, ice cores, and sediment layers, indicate that the Earth’s climate was relatively stable for thousands of years before the Industrial Revolution. The sharp rise in global temperatures since the 19th century is unprecedented in this context. 3. Deforestation and Land-Use Changes • Forest Clearing: The Industrial Revolution saw large-scale deforestation to clear land for agriculture, mining, and urban development. This deforestation reduced the planet’s capacity to absorb CO₂, exacerbating the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. • Agricultural Expansion: The expansion of agriculture to feed growing populations led to significant land-use changes. These changes included the draining of wetlands, plowing of prairies, and the cultivation of new lands, which released stored carbon into the atmosphere. 4. Ocean Acidification • Increased CO₂ Absorption by Oceans: The oceans absorb a significant portion of the CO₂ emitted into the atmosphere. Since the Industrial Revolution, the increased CO₂ levels have led to higher acidity in the oceans, a process known as ocean acidification. This has had detrimental effects on marine life, particularly organisms that rely on calcium carbonate, like corals and shellfish. 5. Scientific Studies and Climate Models • Attribution Studies: Modern climate science has developed models that can attribute the observed changes in climate to specific causes. These models consistently show that the increase in greenhouse gases from human activities, which began during the Industrial Revolution, is the primary driver of the current trend in global warming. • Historical Records and Analysis: Studies analyzing historical records, such as industrial production data, coal consumption, and population growth, show a clear link between industrial activities and the increase in greenhouse gas emissions. 6. Changes in the Cryosphere • Glacial Retreat: Glaciers around the world began retreating at an accelerated rate during the 19th century. This is largely attributed to the warming climate caused by increased greenhouse gas emissions since the Industrial Revolution. • Polar Ice Melt: The melting of polar ice caps, particularly in the Arctic, has been observed to correlate with the industrial era’s onset and the associated rise in global temperatures. 7. Economic and Technological Drivers • Mass Production and Consumption: The shift to mass production and the consumption of goods during the Industrial Revolution required vast amounts of energy, primarily from fossil fuels. This created a feedback loop of increased energy use and emissions, which continues to drive climate change today. These pieces of evidence collectively point to the Industrial Revolution as the starting point for the significant anthropogenic impact on the global climate, leading to the current challenges of climate change.

YES YES YES......You can see a sea change coming....people want to move away from this poisonous, incestuous Trump era of nepotism, misogyny and tantrums. People are looking for the grown ups to take over.

I'd want more than free soap....555

Got to use that somewhere.....555

Got to be better than having a shower.

What a beatch.....that's a posher, more acceptable version of the word.

It was the Tory government that developed this legislation. In the UK, the Conservative government has been actively involved in addressing the issue of online misinformation and harmful content, particularly through the Online Safety Bill. This piece of legislation, which has been in development for several years and is expected to come into effect in 2024, aims to regulate content on social media platforms and other online services.

100%.....Climate scientists simply didn't have a voice back then....but they already knew what was coming.

"Americans want the freedom to choose what's best for their health and families. They don't like the government performing a pelvic exam, or tracking their menstrual cycles, or tracking their movement across state lines" And therein lies the huge contradiction they face....freedom, freedom....oh...but not that freedom, because we need the swivel-eyed religious loons, who want a total ban on abortion, to vote for us.......so much for separation of church and State.