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Good for Twitter: "Twitter CFO says Trump's ban is permanent, even if he runs for office" (Original Post) hlthe2b Oct 2021 OP
Happy dance 💃 PortTack Oct 2021 #1
Happy dance indeed! This loser still sprouts out nonsense almost daily, and those who see his... SWBTATTReg Oct 2021 #2
The Linked Article Is 8 Months Old ProfessorGAC Oct 2021 #6
True enough, but Re-affirmed in May (here is the full statement): hlthe2b Oct 2021 #13
"Re-affirmed in May" left-of-center2012 Oct 2021 #30
Given TFG has filed a lawsuit (albeit ridiculous) few lawyers would allow client hlthe2b Oct 2021 #31
Post removed Post removed Oct 2021 #35
I posted a tweet from October 2, 2021 hlthe2b Oct 2021 #38
A Positive ProfessorGAC Oct 2021 #49
No lawyer is going to encourage a client to speak out in any way with litigation pending (even hlthe2b Oct 2021 #50
I Made No Such Claim ProfessorGAC Oct 2021 #51
Sounds like you should address your concerns to Twitter's CFO. hlthe2b Oct 2021 #53
He never takes no for an answer. Getting his way, it's all he lives for Walleye Oct 2021 #3
That nykym Oct 2021 #4
I hope this is still as true as when he made the statement in February. Gore1FL Oct 2021 #5
The kicker for me gratuitous Oct 2021 #7
He doesn't even really need Twitter Sympthsical Oct 2021 #8
Some on DU post his every word. left-of-center2012 Oct 2021 #32
Good malaise Oct 2021 #9
This message was self-deleted by its author malaise Oct 2021 #10
wow...good. one less platform for his nonstop lying Demovictory9 Oct 2021 #11
Sorry Donny, you will have to buy the company to get back on it. ZonkerHarris Oct 2021 #12
And Deutchebank will laugh at his request for a loan Norbert Oct 2021 #23
Unless he can steal the White House back. calimary Oct 2021 #59
Suck it donnie orange menace. Comfortably_Numb Oct 2021 #14
The Rathole Republicans are a sorry lot Champp Oct 2021 #15
Perfect! Now FB, your turn. Ban the Con and insurrectionists' posts permanently. onetexan Oct 2021 #16
That'll be the day. sakabatou Oct 2021 #29
💃🇺🇸💃🇺🇸💃🇺🇸💃🇺🇸😄 vanlassie Oct 2021 #17
TFG's brand is toxic! ffr Oct 2021 #18
The ban they gave him is pointless Snackshack Oct 2021 #19
Here is the sequence of events as reported, just for clarity and editing style. Ford_Prefect Oct 2021 #20
Twitter reaffirmed this with a second decisive statement in May. Both reflect a policy of no return hlthe2b Oct 2021 #21
Huh? You said Twitter was boring. Why would you want to be back there? Laura PourMeADrink Oct 2021 #22
He can go to GETTR or Gab or Parler or Glitter or whatever BS site they're peddling these days. Initech Oct 2021 #25
And he can already go there right? And they adore him ? Laura PourMeADrink Oct 2021 #45
It's sad when he gets his jollies by ruffling other's feathers. Initech Oct 2021 #47
Thank god! Twitter has been so much better without his toxic BS spreading! Initech Oct 2021 #24
Great news. Twitter was the tool Trump used to push his lies. usaf-vet Oct 2021 #26
And this is how he got the media to react to every crazy thing he said Laura PourMeADrink Oct 2021 #46
Excellent news - so HAPPY iluvtennis Oct 2021 #27
It warms my heart nt C Moon Oct 2021 #28
This message was self-deleted by its author left-of-center2012 Oct 2021 #33
Given TFG has filed a lawsuit (albeit ridiculous) few lawyers would allow client hlthe2b Oct 2021 #36
That made my day, when it was announced in February. SunSeeker Oct 2021 #34
Ok, now make the Facebook ban permanent. nt SunSeeker Oct 2021 #37
This message was self-deleted by its author left-of-center2012 Oct 2021 #39
The tweet is from two days ago referencing Trump's just announced bogus lawsuit. hlthe2b Oct 2021 #40
Good for them Rebl2 Oct 2021 #41
Happy 💃 dance. Joinfortmill Oct 2021 #42
This message was self-deleted by its author left-of-center2012 Oct 2021 #43
And if FB is really down for a while, he's TSOL LymphocyteLover Oct 2021 #44
Especially if he runs for office! Mr Hot Shit Cha Oct 2021 #48
Yay! liberalla Oct 2021 #52
A great relief Larissa Oct 2021 #54
Suck it Donny you fat piece of shit Blue Owl Oct 2021 #55
Barn door now closed. Damage done. BSdetect Oct 2021 #56
He abused the privilege and doesn't deserve to use the platform SouthernDem4ever Oct 2021 #57
Wonder why he caved so quickly on his proposed Twitter-like site devoted to the Vinca Oct 2021 #58
That article is from February. Marius25 Oct 2021 #60
Also reaffirmed in May as discussed throughout this thread. hlthe2b Oct 2021 #61
This message was self-deleted by its author Chin music Oct 2021 #62
What do you not believe? hlthe2b Oct 2021 #63
This message was self-deleted by its author Chin music Oct 2021 #64
I believe it more so than with Facebook. hlthe2b Oct 2021 #65
This message was self-deleted by its author Chin music Oct 2021 #66
This message was self-deleted by its author spooky3 Oct 2021 #67
This makes me smile LetMyPeopleVote Oct 2021 #68

SWBTATTReg

(22,124 posts)
2. Happy dance indeed! This loser still sprouts out nonsense almost daily, and those who see his...
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 02:35 PM
Oct 2021

ongoing garbage statements can see for themselves what nonsense he is still sprouting / mouthing off.

ProfessorGAC

(65,042 posts)
6. The Linked Article Is 8 Months Old
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:12 PM
Oct 2021

The CFO said this in February. This isn't a new statement by Twitter.
They may stand by it, but this isn't a reaction to the frivolous lawsuit.

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
13. True enough, but Re-affirmed in May (here is the full statement):
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:23 PM
Oct 2021

He really could not have been more clear nor decisive. Given there has been no announced change to Twitter's policies (which he reaffirmed in May), this is hard to argue with:

In February, Twitter CFO Ned Segal revealed on CNBC’s Squawk Box Wednesday that Trump’s ban is a lifetime.

“The way our policies work, when you’re removed from the platform, you’re removed from the platform, whether you’re a commentator, you’re a CFO, or you are a former or current public official,” said Segal.


Trump was accused of using Twitter to communicate with insurrectionists during the January 6 attack on the nation’s capitol during the confirmation of the electoral college votes, which would formally name Joe Biden as the next president.

“Remember, our policies are designed to make sure that people are not inciting violence,” Segal added. “If anybody does that, we have to remove them from the service and our policies don’t allow people to come back.”


https://thesource.com/2021/10/04/donald-trump-is-seeking-reinstatement-on-twitter-in-legal-action/

And again, May, 2021:
Twitter CFO: No changes to our thinking on Trump's account

https://news.yahoo.com/twitter-cfo-no-changes-to-our-thinking-on-trumps-account-171855099.html

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
31. Given TFG has filed a lawsuit (albeit ridiculous) few lawyers would allow client
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 04:31 PM
Oct 2021

to address it or comment at all NOW.

The tweet (not mine) was in response to those questioning whether TFG's lawsuit would succeed AND reminding others who questioned whether Twitter would cave-- what had been previously clearly stated as their policy. Based on these two statements that are demonstrably clear, it would not appear so.

Do you have reason to believe Twitter has changed their policy and thus what was decisively reported in February, 2021, and reaffirmed in May, 2021 is NO LONGER VALID?

Please DO post it here and I will make sure to include an edited comment in the OP.

Response to hlthe2b (Reply #31)

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
38. I posted a tweet from October 2, 2021
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 04:40 PM
Oct 2021

and given your inexplicable need to repeatedly attack me for a post (and a tweet from someone else) that you don't like, I could not be more pleased that you choose (FINALLY) to ignore my posts- a gift almost as good as Twitter's permanent ban for TFG.

ProfessorGAC

(65,042 posts)
49. A Positive
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 06:59 PM
Oct 2021

But, still 5 months ago.
Given the "reinstatement" nonsense is recent, a current affirmation seems appropriate.

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
50. No lawyer is going to encourage a client to speak out in any way with litigation pending (even
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 07:01 PM
Oct 2021

ridiculous litigation).

What part of those two statements do you believe has changed? There has been no update to rules on Twitter as far as I know.

The tweet that I posted was from October 2 (two days ago) in response to all the concern about Trump's announced plan (also 2 days ago) to try to get the courts to force Twitter's hand (ridiculous, of course). In addition, that tweet was in response to those who thought Twitter would fold under the threat. Thus the reiteration of the two previous statements from Twitter's CFO-- which were quite unambiguous. It was not MY tweet, but it IS still relevant for the reasons I laid out. You can disagree, of course.

ProfessorGAC

(65,042 posts)
51. I Made No Such Claim
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 07:49 PM
Oct 2021

I also disagree on the legal advice, in this case.
Reiteration of policy is not the same as volunteering potential testimony.
I'm not a lawyer, but I've been an expert witness in several trials.
I've gotten the "what to say & what not to say" dissertation many times.
From what I was told, reiterating corporate policy is not in the "shut up" category.

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
53. Sounds like you should address your concerns to Twitter's CFO.
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 07:51 PM
Oct 2021

Two statements making clear that "permanent IS permanent" seem pretty decisive to me. I'm not sure they are obligated to go beyond a clearly delineated policy. That it was one that many here had apparently not heard about previously, either in February or May, only underscores that the tweet was useful in referencing it in a discussion about TFG"s farcical lawsuit.

Gore1FL

(21,132 posts)
5. I hope this is still as true as when he made the statement in February.
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:09 PM
Oct 2021

They certainly went out of their way to bend the rules for him in the past.

gratuitous

(82,849 posts)
7. The kicker for me
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:13 PM
Oct 2021

The former guy has nobody but himself to blame for losing his Twitter platform. Too bad, so sad. If you weren't such a lying liar, Don, you'd still be stabbing out bile-filled tweets with your stubby little thumbs.

Sympthsical

(9,073 posts)
8. He doesn't even really need Twitter
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:15 PM
Oct 2021

His every utterance is couriered for him, by friends and foes alike. The news media breathlessly report everything, because the man is nothing if not ratings.

If you only read DU, you're likely to be up to date on whatever he's whining about. It's always posted. Usually multiple times.

The lawsuit is probably another shot at Section 230, which is a cause celebre on the Right. He gets to salve his ego, the Right thinks they'll get a win. Twitter looks like do-gooder (LOL).

Everyone wins.

left-of-center2012

(34,195 posts)
32. Some on DU post his every word.
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 04:34 PM
Oct 2021
Some on DU post his every word.

In ‘General Discussion’ or ‘Video & Multimedia’ or both.
It’s an addiction.

malaise

(268,998 posts)
9. Good
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:16 PM
Oct 2021

There will be no more Slobfather coups via Twitter.

Just do the planet a favor now and croak Slobby!

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Champp

(2,114 posts)
15. The Rathole Republicans are a sorry lot
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:37 PM
Oct 2021

And deep inside they know it, are ashamed of themselves. As they ought to be.

Snackshack

(2,541 posts)
19. The ban they gave him is pointless
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:50 PM
Oct 2021

…as long as they let his spokeswoman (Liz Harrigan (sp?)) continuously post statements from him.

Ford_Prefect

(7,897 posts)
20. Here is the sequence of events as reported, just for clarity and editing style.
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:51 PM
Oct 2021
Twitter CFO says Trump's ban is permanent, even if he runs for office again
CNNWire By Brian Fung, CNN Business
Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Asked during an interview on CNBC Wednesday whether Trump's tweeting privileges could be restored if he wins the presidency again, CFO Ned Segal clarified that Trump's ban is permanent.

"The way our policies work, when you're removed from the platform, you're removed from the platform," he said, "whether you're a commentator, you're a CFO, or you are a former or current public official. Remember, our policies are designed to make sure that people are not inciting violence, and if anybody does that, we have to remove them from the service and our policies don't allow people to come back."

The statement comes amid Trump's impeachment trial in Congress. If he is acquitted, Trump would not be barred from seeking the presidency or another federal office.
https://abc7news.com/politics/twitter-to-uphold-permanent-ban-against-trump/10327473/


**************

Trump asks U.S. judge to force Twitter to restore his account
UPDATED ON: OCTOBER 2, 2021 / 6:48 PM / AP

Former President Donald Trump has asked a federal judge in Florida to force Twitter to restore his account, which the company suspended in January following the deadly storming of the U.S. Capitol.

Mr. Trump's attorneys on Friday filed a motion in U.S. District Court in Miami seeking a preliminary injunction against Twitter and its CEO, Jack Dorsey. They argue that Twitter is censoring Mr. Trump in violation of his First Amendment rights, according to the motion.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-asks-u-s-judge-to-force-twitter-to-restore-his-account/

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
21. Twitter reaffirmed this with a second decisive statement in May. Both reflect a policy of no return
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 03:55 PM
Oct 2021

possible for ANYONE who violates their policies.


And again, May, 2021:
Twitter CFO: No changes to our thinking on Trump's account

https://news.yahoo.com/twitter-cfo-no-changes-to-our-thinking-on-trumps-account-171855099.html

Prior statement:

In February, Twitter CFO Ned Segal revealed on CNBC’s Squawk Box Wednesday that Trump’s ban is a lifetime.

“The way our policies work, when you’re removed from the platform, you’re removed from the platform, whether you’re a commentator, you’re a CFO, or you are a former or current public official,” said Segal.


Trump was accused of using Twitter to communicate with insurrectionists during the January 6 attack on the nation’s capitol during the confirmation of the electoral college votes, which would formally name Joe Biden as the next president.

“Remember, our policies are designed to make sure that people are not inciting violence,” Segal added. “If anybody does that, we have to remove them from the service and our policies don’t allow people to come back.”


https://thesource.com/2021/10/04/donald-trump-is-seeking-reinstatement-on-twitter-in-legal-action/
 

Laura PourMeADrink

(42,770 posts)
45. And he can already go there right? And they adore him ?
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 06:10 PM
Oct 2021

I think he takes joy and going on a platform to appall people. It's that even bad publicity is good psychosis.


Initech

(100,075 posts)
47. It's sad when he gets his jollies by ruffling other's feathers.
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 06:29 PM
Oct 2021

That is one of the true hallmarks of being a complete psychopath.

usaf-vet

(6,186 posts)
26. Great news. Twitter was the tool Trump used to push his lies.
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 04:10 PM
Oct 2021

Hopefully, this band will stick.

My guess is Trump is calling lawyers telling them to start yet another suit against Twitter.

 

Laura PourMeADrink

(42,770 posts)
46. And this is how he got the media to react to every crazy thing he said
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 06:24 PM
Oct 2021

And he got his free publicity. That's what we have to cut

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hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
36. Given TFG has filed a lawsuit (albeit ridiculous) few lawyers would allow client
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 04:39 PM
Oct 2021

to address it or comment at all NOW.

The tweet (not mine) was in response to those questioning whether TFG's lawsuit would succeed AND reminding others who questioned whether Twitter would cave-- what had been previously clearly stated as their policy. Based on these two statements that are demonstrably clear, it would not appear so.

Do you have reason to believe Twitter has changed their policy and thus what was decisively reported in February, 2021, and reaffirmed in May, 2021 is NO LONGER VALID?

Please DO post it here and I will make sure to include an edited comment in the OP.

Response to hlthe2b (Original post)

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
40. The tweet is from two days ago referencing Trump's just announced bogus lawsuit.
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 04:42 PM
Oct 2021

Given TFG has filed a lawsuit (albeit ridiculous) few lawyers would allow client to address it or comment at all NOW.

The tweet (not mine) was in response to those questioning whether TFG's lawsuit would succeed AND reminding others who questioned whether Twitter would cave-- what had been previously clearly stated as their policy. Based on these two statements that are demonstrably clear, it would not appear so.

Do you have reason to believe Twitter has changed their policy and thus what was decisively reported in February, 2021, and reaffirmed in May, 2021 is NO LONGER VALID?

Please DO post it here and I will make sure to include an edited comment in the OP.

Rebl2

(13,507 posts)
41. Good for them
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 04:44 PM
Oct 2021

I don’t use it, but got sick of hearing the media always referring to his latest tweets while he was president

Response to hlthe2b (Original post)

Cha

(297,220 posts)
48. Especially if he runs for office! Mr Hot Shit
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 06:43 PM
Oct 2021

Fuck face thought he was soooo Clever Lying his Bloated head OFF

Larissa

(790 posts)
54. A great relief
Mon Oct 4, 2021, 08:30 PM
Oct 2021

The news media would routinely broadcast TFG's noxious, name-calling, imbecilic tweets. The experience was debasing to an entire country. How could such a numb-skulled idiot be the leader of the free world? Folks who had differences with TFG, or not, would hold their breath waiting to be the target of his Twitter poison, then brace themselves as they received streams of vomitus, and worse, from Trumpers.

Glory, glory, glory to Twitter!

P.S. -- The other disturbing aspect of TFG's tweets: the time stamps would often indicate that he'd be up in the dead of night tweeting his middle school rants.

SouthernDem4ever

(6,617 posts)
57. He abused the privilege and doesn't deserve to use the platform
Tue Oct 5, 2021, 08:11 AM
Oct 2021

I am in complete agreement with Twitter's decision.

Vinca

(50,271 posts)
58. Wonder why he caved so quickly on his proposed Twitter-like site devoted to the
Tue Oct 5, 2021, 08:21 AM
Oct 2021

worship of his every fart? Maybe he was going to have to pony up some of his own money to get it started. Can't have that.

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
61. Also reaffirmed in May as discussed throughout this thread.
Tue Oct 5, 2021, 01:38 PM
Oct 2021

Two statements making clear that "permanent IS permanent" seem pretty decisive to me. I'm not sure they are obligated to go beyond a clearly delineated policy, but if you have seen anything whatsoever to suggest they are moving from their February and May statements (below) do let me know and I will update the OP. That this twice-stated policy was one that many here had apparently not heard about previously, either in February or May, only underscores that the tweet (not my own) was useful in referencing it in a discussion about TFG"s farcical lawsuit.



In February, Twitter CFO Ned Segal revealed on CNBC’s Squawk Box Wednesday that Trump’s ban is a lifetime.

“The way our policies work, when you’re removed from the platform, you’re removed from the platform, whether you’re a commentator, you’re a CFO, or you are a former or current public official,” said Segal.


Trump was accused of using Twitter to communicate with insurrectionists during the January 6 attack on the nation’s capitol during the confirmation of the electoral college votes, which would formally name Joe Biden as the next president.

“Remember, our policies are designed to make sure that people are not inciting violence,” Segal added. “If anybody does that, we have to remove them from the service and our policies don’t allow people to come back.”


https://thesource.com/2021/10/04/donald-trump-is-seeking-reinstatement-on-twitter-in-legal-action/

And again, May, 2021:
Twitter CFO: No changes to our thinking on Trump's account

https://news.yahoo.com/twitter-cfo-no-changes-to-our-thinking-on-trumps-account-171855099.html

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