RV_ Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 Without the politics how do folks here feel about this. I think it's too early to tell for me. But I was caught by surprise when this surfaced in the last few weeks. I didn't think it would happen and apparently it has. "NEW YORK, April 25 (Reuters) - Elon Musk clinched a deal to buy Twitter Inc (TWTR.N) for $44 billion cash on Monday in a transaction that will shift control of the social media platform populated by millions of users and global leaders to the world's richest person. It is a seminal moment for the 16-year-old company, which emerged as one of the world's most influential public squares and now faces a string of challenges. Musk has criticized Twitter's moderation, calling himself a free speech absolutist, said that Twitter's algorithm for prioritizing tweets should be public, and has criticized giving too much power on the service to corporations that advertise." Source: https://www.reuters.com/technology/exclusive-twitter-set-accept-musks-best-final-offer-sources-2022-04-25/ RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanZemke Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 I'm optimistic. He's a brilliant guy with access to almost anyone he wants for advice. He's on record as preferring less censoring of free speech. That's, IMO, a key issue. Basically, how to allow/encourage free speech while restraining noise. https://www.npr.org/2022/04/25/1094671225/elon-musk-bought-twitter-plans Volvo 770, New Horizons Majestic and an upcoming Smart car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
podwerkz Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 Free speech has NEVER been 'free'. Today it cost 44 billion dollars. Nothing to see here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjstough Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 14 minutes ago, DanZemke said: I'm optimistic. He's a brilliant guy with access to almost anyone he wants for advice. He's on record as preferring less censoring of free speech. That's, IMO, a key issue. Basically, how to allow/encourage free speech while restraining noise. https://www.npr.org/2022/04/25/1094671225/elon-musk-bought-twitter-plans When people speak of "free speech," they are usually referring to the First Amendment, however, the First Amendment does not apply to social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, or this forum. It is amazing to me that few people understand the difference! 2005 Winnebago Voyage 38J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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markandkim Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 Awesome! Next? Retired USN Engineer 2020 Ram 2500 Bighorn 6.7 Diesel 2014 Crossroads Zinger 27RL (Traded) 2022 Grand Design Reflection 315RLTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanZemke Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 (edited) 9 hours ago, pjstough said: When people speak of "free speech," they are usually referring to the First Amendment ... I wasn't. Context matters. I'm disagreeing with "they are usually". Replace that with "some are" and we agree. 🙂 If the deal goes through, Musk can ban anyone he wants to, or not, just like Jack Dorsey did. Edited April 26, 2022 by DanZemke Clarity Volvo 770, New Horizons Majestic and an upcoming Smart car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 Those who worship Musk of course consider it a good thing. Since I have never been on Twitter and have no plans to change that it really doesn’t impact me. To express more would be political. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjstough Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 4 hours ago, DanZemke said: I wasn't. Context matters. I'm disagreeing with "they are usually". Replace that with "some are" and we agree. 🙂 If the deal goes through, Musk can ban anyone he wants to, or not, just like Jack Dorsey did. Agreed. 2005 Winnebago Voyage 38J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randyretired Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 (edited) It seems to me as a business someone will call the shots. Wall Street or a private owner. People's choice will probably be guided by their personal preference. Edited April 26, 2022 by Randyretired Randy 2001 Volvo VNL 42 Cummins ISX Autoshift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemsteadc Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 TSLA is really taking a dump over this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 2 hours ago, hemsteadc said: TSLA is really taking a dump over this. Down by 12%+. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanZemke Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 (edited) pjstough, Thank you for your dignified response. 👍 BTW, in retrospect, I should have said "many" instead of some. Edited April 26, 2022 by DanZemke clarity Volvo 770, New Horizons Majestic and an upcoming Smart car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 8 hours ago, Kirk W said: Those who worship Musk of course consider it a good thing. Isn't is possible to admire someone or their achievements without worshipping them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanZemke Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 "Those who worship Musk", "TSLA is really taking a dump over this", "Down by 12%+." Sigh. Volvo 770, New Horizons Majestic and an upcoming Smart car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanZemke Posted April 26, 2022 Report Share Posted April 26, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Chalkie said: Isn't is possible to admire someone or their achievements without worshipping them? Yes, I do admire Musk, and his achievements without worshiping him. And I don't own any Tesla stock. Edited April 27, 2022 by DanZemke clarity Volvo 770, New Horizons Majestic and an upcoming Smart car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 I am very pleased with this info. We were on twitter but basically all conservative voices were banned. Whether you are liberal or conservative this should upset you. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemsteadc Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 (edited) 50 minutes ago, GlennWest said: . We were on twitter but basically all conservative voices were banned. No, hate speech and advocating the overthrow of the US government were. Some people don't like abiding by the terms of service. Edited April 27, 2022 by hemsteadc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markandkim Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 (edited) 20 hours ago, Kirk W said: Those who worship Musk of course consider it a good thing. Since I have never been on Twitter and have no plans to change that it really doesn’t impact me. To express more would be political. Kirk, using the word "worship" you did what you said you would not do! So you did create a political environment. And so, like the reason Musk is the owner of twitter. you are a moderator here, this will be deleted by you. Hopefully someone gets to read this first. I could care less about Musk, but you are running things here and have the ability to control them. We'll see what happens when challenged with an opposing view that doesn't match the moderators. (the reason for the twitter take over) Thanks in advance. Edited April 27, 2022 by markandkim Retired USN Engineer 2020 Ram 2500 Bighorn 6.7 Diesel 2014 Crossroads Zinger 27RL (Traded) 2022 Grand Design Reflection 315RLTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 (edited) 13 hours ago, Chalkie said: Isn't is possible to admire someone or their achievements without worshipping them? Absolutely. In some ways I do while in others far from it. Musk has had some amazing innovations and success. But I believe in questioning anyone before I jump on their wagon but to me it seems like that is often frowned upon. I suppose my skepticism of social media probably shows my age. 🥴 Edited April 27, 2022 by Kirk W Add a comment Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmeris Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Corporations on the other hand...... Got to think Musk has a bigger picture in mind regarding this purchase...tied into the Starlink internet service provider or something along those lines...dont know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 14 hours ago, DanZemke said: And I don't own any Tesla stock. I don't either, at least directly, but now might be a good time to buy. I wish I had the disposable capital to do so. EVs and particularly Tesla are certainly not going away. There are two folks in our home base RV park with EVs and the other day I watched a fellow with a big motorhome unloading a Tesla from an auto hauler trailer along with his Can-Am Spyder and eBike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GR "Scott" Cundiff Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 Just read an interesting article in WSJ that helped clarify for me different understandings of "free speech." Our "Here and There" Blog 2005 Safari Cheetah Motorhome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 Musk- Twitter story from the AP Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted April 27, 2022 Report Share Posted April 27, 2022 5 hours ago, hemsteadc said: No, hate speech and advocating the overthrow of the US government were. Some people don't like abiding by the terms of service. But hate speech today is sometimes just common sense. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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