For years, Twitter has been Trump’s biggest weapon. He’s used it to spread hatred, intolerance and lies, to land himself a seat in the Oval Office, and on Wednesday, January 6th, he used it to drive a bunch of rioting thugs into the Capitol building. And people have died.
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And what has Twitter done? Banned him for 12 hours, as if he somehow won’t be dangerous the morning after; when everyone knows he will be. The violence in the Capitol wasn’t a surprise. We all know his words carry weight, and cause harm. That’s why we created #TheGreatUnfollow. But it’s now become clear that unfollowing isn’t enough. As long as he has his platform, he still has his power, and no good can come of that.
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Removal is the only way we can ensure Trump disappears for good: no-platforming works. We are entering a new chapter in America’s history - in the world’s history - but unless you strip him of his influence, he’s still going to be heard.