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Journalists Are Leaving X Because Of Accountability, Not Censorship
Liberal journalists and influencers are fleeing X (formerly Twitter) in droves, claiming various concerns about "moderation" and "toxicity." But let’s be honest: this exodus has little to do with being silenced. The real issue? Their "facts" are being checked and challenged, and they can't control the narrative anymore.
By Carmen Schober3 min read
In recent months, "journalists" and pundits like Jennifer Rubin, Rob Reiner, Keith Olbermann, Joy Reid, Don Lemon, Mara Gay, and even major outlets like The Guardian have turned their backs on X, opting to set up camp on alternative platforms like Bluesky. Others like Stephen King, Lizzo, Jaime Lee Curtis, and the so-called Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) have followed suit.