this post was submitted on 05 Dec 2024
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/22794211

Summary

Under Elon Musk, X (formerly Twitter) has become a hub for white supremacist content due to reduced moderation.

A Texas Observer investigation identified four neo-Nazi account operators, tied to Texas, New Hampshire, and Virginia, whose content has amassed 500,000 followers and millions of views.

Despite sharing antisemitic and pro-Nazi rhetoric, some accounts received responses from Musk and benefited from ad revenue and verification.

Public figures, including politicians, follow these accounts. Employers and the Navy are investigating the individuals, raising questions about accountability and platform policies.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

"Cruz, whose last name suggests and whose DPS database record lists that he is of Hispanic descent, may fit into a broader trend of Latinos drawn to neo-Nazi ideology."

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[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

Cyan Cruz - 14008 Echo Ln, Austin, TX 78732

MAKE NAZIS AFRAID AGAIN

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Let me guess - was it Elon?

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 1 month ago (1 children)
[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)
[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Wouldn't hurt my feelings one bit.