Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Elon Musk and Twitter

There is something wrong with an economic system in which a rich jerk can buy a worldwide propaganda media company.  That makes no sense, is the antithesis of democracy, and is dangerous to the future of this country’s well-being.

There is also something wrong with people who post messages on that platform.  You can’t say anything of substance in 280 characters.  Imagine trying to write Federalist Paper Number 10 or the Declaration of Independence in 280 characters.  

On the other hand, you would be able to write that the people who wanted us to wear masks are fascists.  Mr. Musk was able to do that in less that 280 characters.  And in case you are wondering, this post is considerably longer than 280 characters.

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