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Open Letter Urges Elon Musk to Fight for Global Free Speech
On Friday, an international advocacy group sent an open letter to tech leader Elon Musk. The occasion marks his one-year anniversary as the head of the social media platform, now named X. The letter has 50 signatures from global free speech leaders.
Firstly, the letter aims to strengthen local groups defending free speech. It's a vital freedom that forms the base of all other rights. Secondly, it warns of a shrinking space for democratic debate worldwide. This happens both through "cancel culture" and government restrictions.
The letter praises Musk for his previous efforts on X to support free speech. However, it calls for more action. Specifically, it asks Musk to stand against government censorship. It gives practical advice, such as setting aside legal funds for fighting state-sponsored censorship. It also suggests adding a feature on X where users can request legal help.
In conclusion, the letter thanks Musk for his commitment to free speech. It also invites others to add their digital signatures to the cause. This letter serves as a wake-up call. Free speech is crucial for any democracy. Without it, defending other rights becomes almost impossible. Therefore, this is not just a declaration but a call for international action.
Background
The concept of free speech has long been a cornerstone of democratic societies. It allows for open dialogue, which is essential for social progress. However, the digital age has brought new challenges. Platforms like X have become battlegrounds for free speech debates. Government censorship and "cancel culture" are increasing threats.
Elon Musk's role at X gives him unique influence in this global issue. Past efforts show his commitment to upholding this fundamental right. The open letter serves as a critical step, pushing him to leverage his platform for even greater impact on free speech.
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This is what makes AI so powerful — he who controls the AI, defines the reality of tomorrow.
⚡️🇺🇸 Some more things coming out for the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Under the preliminary drafts of the bill, the USAF is requesting a release of $57,000,000 USD ($57.0 Million) to retire all remaining 162 A-10 Thunderbolt IIs in current service. Apart of the 2023 NDAA, there was a clause for a few million dollars to be released every so often to gradually retire the (then) 250 airframes by 2034; however due to the push by the Dept of Defense to ‘shed’ obsolete or obsolescent airframes that cannot be overhauled or upgraded further without a whole new airframe, it appears the USAF wants to retire all 162 remaining A-10s by the end of 2026.
The USAF plans to fully divest the 340-total remaining A-10s entirely, including those that currently serve in a handful of Air National Guard units in some states; which will be replaced by F-15EX Eagle IIs (like what is already happening with the Michigan State Air National Guard’s A-10s), or F-35A/Bs.
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My older sister lives in the country in between Velma Oklahoma and Duncan Oklahoma near the Fuqua Lake area, this story was told by a rural mail delivery woman who delivers the mail in the country.
The incident happened while she was on her route, when she came upon to the mailbox a male Chinese nation came out brandishing a, AK-47 rifle being very hostile,
I don't know if he pointed it at her since it is against the law to do so but she was terrified and said she was never going back and that the location that had a guard tower. Was the sheriff department notified, I don't know, did she notify her supervisor, don't know. But word is from the country folk who live in the area they have seen the guard tower at the pot place;
I refuse to call it a farm because it is an insult to farmers.
And yes she was traumatized by that ordeal
