What is “The Twitter Files?”

The Twitter Files is a series of threads that investigate the ways in which Twitter has been used to censor, manipulate, and deplatform individuals and groups, and the broader implications of these actions for society. Through a combination of primary source material and analysis, The Twitter Files exposes the inner workings of Twitter and the ways in which the platform has been used to shape public discourse and advance certain agendas. We invite you to read through the entire series of threads to form your own conclusions about the issues raised.

 

As a company that values honesty, transparency, and the free exchange of ideas, we committed to bringing important information to light and fostering critical thinking and dialogue. By presenting this information, we hope to help facilitate a deeper understanding of the issues at hand and encourage constructive discussion and action. We believe that it is only through informed, open, and respectful dialogue that we can truly create a more just and equitable world.

Below, you will find a table of contents or index that provides a brief summary of the key points covered in each thread and a link to a corrisonding . We encourage you to read through the threads in order, as they build upon one another and provide a comprehensive overview of the issues at hand.

 

Thread 1: “THE TWITTER FILES”

  • An introduction to The Twitter Files and the issues it will explore
  • Evidence of Twitter’s efforts to censor, manipulate, and deplatform users
  • The impact of these actions on free speech and democracy
 

Thread 2: “THE TWITTER FILES PART TWO. TWITTER’S SECRET BLACKLISTS”

  • The existence of secret blacklists on Twitter, used to silence and suppress users
  • The role of these blacklists in shaping public discourse
  • The potential implications for free speech and democracy
 

Thread 3: “The Twitter Files, Part 3: Deplatforming the President”

  • The efforts of Twitter executives to deplatform President Donald Trump
  • The arguments made in support of the decision to remove Trump from the platform
  • The implications of this decision for free speech and democracy
 

Thread 4: “TWITTER FILES, PART 4: The Removal of Donald Trump: January 7”

  • The internal debates at Twitter leading up to the permanent ban of President Donald Trump
  • The pressure from activist employees to deplatform Trump
  • The acknowledgement by Twitter that Trump did not violate the rules
 

Thread 5: “THREAD: THE TWITTER FILES PART FIVE. THE REMOVAL OF TRUMP FROM TWITTER”

  • The permanent ban of President Donald Trump from Twitter
  • The pressure from hundreds of activist employees to deplatform Trump
  • The acknowledgement by Twitter that Trump did not violate the rules
 

Thread 6: “THREAD: The Twitter Files, Part Six: TWITTER, THE FBI SUBSIDIARY”

  • The relationship between Twitter and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
  • The ways in which Twitter has assisted the FBI in investigations
  • The potential implications for privacy and civil liberties
 

Thread 7: “TWITTER FILES: PART 7: The FBI & the Hunter Biden Laptop” (Continued)

  • The role of the FBI and intelligence community in discrediting information about Hunter Biden’s foreign business dealings
  • The censorship of information about Hunter Biden by Twitter
  • The payment of millions of dollars by the government to Twitter for censorship
 

Thread 8: “TWITTER FILES PART 8: How Twitter Quietly Aided the Pentagon’s Covert Online PsyOp Campaign”

  • The promise by Twitter to shut down state-run propaganda networks
  • The direct assistance provided by Twitter to the U.S. military’s influence operations
  • The potential implications for freedom of expression and transparency
 

Thread 9: “THREAD 9 THE TWITTER FILES: HOW TWITTER RIGGED THE COVID DEBATE”

  • The censorship of true but inconvenient information by Twitter
  • The discrediting of doctors and other experts who disagreed with government policy
  • The suppression of ordinary users, including those sharing data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
 

We hope that this overview has provided you with a sense of the scope and depth of The Twitter Files, and we encourage you to read through the entire series to form your own conclusions about the issues raised.

We urge you to read The Twitter Files in its entirety to gain a full understanding of the issues at hand. We also invite you to share your thoughts and insights in the comments section below.

*The views and opinions expressed in The Twitter Files are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Epic Life Creative or any other organization or individual. The information contained in The Twitter Files is provided for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or professional advice. You should always seek the advice of a qualified professional before making any decisions based on the information contained in The Twitter Files. Epic Life Creative is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented in The Twitter Files and encourages readers to form their own conclusions and make their own informed decisions.

 

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