A father fearing for the safety of his child takes action to protect the child and the woke media erupts..It just so happens the father is Elon Musk, who suspended a group of journalists and liberal commentator Keith Olbermann for violating Twitter policy about not reporting on his private flights, or any private flights for that matter..The suspensions come on the heels of Musk suspending Jack Sweeney, a college student who was tracking Musk’s private jet..Musk tweeted, “Last night, car carrying lil X in LA was followed by crazy stalker (thinking it was me), who later blocked car from moving & climbed onto hood.”.Musk then posted a video and asked: “Anyone recognize this person or car?”.The journalists were suspended Thursday evening after Musk said he would be seeking legal action against Sweeney.."Any account doxxing real-time location info of anyone will be suspended, as it is a physical safety violation. This includes posting links to sites with real-time location info," said Musk. "Posting locations someone traveled to on a slightly delayed basis isn't a safety problem, so is OK.".Accounts suspended included those of former Vox journalist Aaron Rupar, CNN reporter Donie O’Sullivan, New York Times reporter Ryan Mac, Washington Post reporter Drew Harwell, The Intercept journalist Micah Lee, and known leftist Keith Olbermann..Mike Solana, editor-in-chief of Pirate Wires, wrote on Twitter: “So far, I’ve been able to confirm about half the accounts suspended posted links to the jet tracker thing in violation of the new doxxing policy. Unclear just yet about the rest, but I think it’s safe to say the rule is for real.”."Same doxxing rules apply to 'journalists' as to everyone else," tweeted Musk. "They posted my exact real-time location, basically assassination coordinates, in (obvious) direct violation of Twitter terms of service." .Musk’s critics said the action seemed arbitrary and appeared hypocritical against his statements of commitment to free speech. .Prior to acquiring Twitter, he said he would allow the account to continue posting his location information.."My commitment to free speech extends even to not banning the account following my plane, even though that is a direct personal safety risk," Musk said in a statement at the time..O'Sullivan appeared on CNN and accused Musk of simply suspending accounts he didn't like. .“Criticizing me all day long is totally fine, but doxxing my real-time location and endangering my family is not,” Musk tweeted..Musk later clarified the accounts were not permanently banned..“7 day suspension for doxxing. Some time away from Twitter is good for the soul…”.This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
A father fearing for the safety of his child takes action to protect the child and the woke media erupts..It just so happens the father is Elon Musk, who suspended a group of journalists and liberal commentator Keith Olbermann for violating Twitter policy about not reporting on his private flights, or any private flights for that matter..The suspensions come on the heels of Musk suspending Jack Sweeney, a college student who was tracking Musk’s private jet..Musk tweeted, “Last night, car carrying lil X in LA was followed by crazy stalker (thinking it was me), who later blocked car from moving & climbed onto hood.”.Musk then posted a video and asked: “Anyone recognize this person or car?”.The journalists were suspended Thursday evening after Musk said he would be seeking legal action against Sweeney.."Any account doxxing real-time location info of anyone will be suspended, as it is a physical safety violation. This includes posting links to sites with real-time location info," said Musk. "Posting locations someone traveled to on a slightly delayed basis isn't a safety problem, so is OK.".Accounts suspended included those of former Vox journalist Aaron Rupar, CNN reporter Donie O’Sullivan, New York Times reporter Ryan Mac, Washington Post reporter Drew Harwell, The Intercept journalist Micah Lee, and known leftist Keith Olbermann..Mike Solana, editor-in-chief of Pirate Wires, wrote on Twitter: “So far, I’ve been able to confirm about half the accounts suspended posted links to the jet tracker thing in violation of the new doxxing policy. Unclear just yet about the rest, but I think it’s safe to say the rule is for real.”."Same doxxing rules apply to 'journalists' as to everyone else," tweeted Musk. "They posted my exact real-time location, basically assassination coordinates, in (obvious) direct violation of Twitter terms of service." .Musk’s critics said the action seemed arbitrary and appeared hypocritical against his statements of commitment to free speech. .Prior to acquiring Twitter, he said he would allow the account to continue posting his location information.."My commitment to free speech extends even to not banning the account following my plane, even though that is a direct personal safety risk," Musk said in a statement at the time..O'Sullivan appeared on CNN and accused Musk of simply suspending accounts he didn't like. .“Criticizing me all day long is totally fine, but doxxing my real-time location and endangering my family is not,” Musk tweeted..Musk later clarified the accounts were not permanently banned..“7 day suspension for doxxing. Some time away from Twitter is good for the soul…”.This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
