TRIGGERnometry How Twitter Censored COVID Dissent - David Zweig
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Jun 7, 2023 
Investigative reporter David Zweig, known for his work with The Atlantic and contributions to the Twitter Files, dives deep into the pandemic's impact on public discourse. He highlights how Twitter's censorship affected dissenting COVID views, revealing the complexities behind content moderation. Zweig discusses the balance between free speech and responsibility, the challenges faced by journalists, and the need for diverse perspectives to combat misinformation. His insights stress critical thinking and the importance of open dialogue in today's polarized landscape.
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Alternative Perspectives on Twitter
- Legacy media outlets largely aligned on a single COVID-19 narrative.
- Twitter offered a platform for alternative perspectives, some legitimate, some not.
Contrarian COVID-19 scoops
- David Zweig repeatedly pitched contrarian COVID-19 stories to mainstream media.
- Outlets like the New York Times often didn't question CDC guidance, missing these scoops.
Journalism's Role
- Journalism should challenge authority, but skepticism of institutions was absent during the pandemic.
- Mainstream media acted as megaphones, uncritically reporting official narratives.
