I wonder how many oppressively enforced opinions were coming from a "radical 10%" in history. I think it might be most of them.
Wild that we transitioned to "broadcast whatever is top of mind with zero friction" and "any opinion that reflects values not held by the most radical 10% may get you fired" at essentially the same time
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just be a good person and you'll be fine! - Robespierre
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The Definition of good could be tricky. Robespierre was eventually undone by his obsession with the vision of an ideal republic and his indifference to the human costs of installing it. The Reign of Terror ended when he and fifty his allies were arrested in the Paris' town hall.
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No one seems to question who is in charge of “correct think”.
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That is what scares me. I think it is misapplied social listening personally.
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Do you have proof of people getting fired?
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We should all push back hard against improper firings. To victims of firing: do talk to a lawyer.
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For anyone who sees this tweet I am willing to charge almost nothing for the 10 minute consultation that says you have no case sorry. This is America and at will employment is a thing so I can fire you because whatever.
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Let a hundred flowers bloom
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