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    -15 months ago

    Summary:

    1. CNN published an article calling for Tucker Carlson’s tour to be cancelled
    2. Oliver Darcy from CNN contacted Ticket Master, Live Nation, and event venues to question why they would allow Tucker Carlson to speak
    3. Tucker Carlson announced a 15-city arena tour with fellow [friends and commentators]
    4. [Glenn Greenwald] criticized corporate media for agitating for censorship while pretending they are not
    5. Briahnna Joy Gray called out the tactic of targeting individuals and companies for censorship
    6. Ticket Master is accused of profiting off Tucker Carlson’s dangerous and hateful rhetoric
    7. Carlson is referred to as a leading voice in American politics and an alternative to corporate media on the Ticket Master website

    Summary:

    1. CNN’s attempt to censor Tucker Carlson’s tour reflects a broader trend of media companies trying to silence opposing viewpoints. This behavior contradicts the principles of free speech and open discourse.
    2. The ethical dilemma faced by companies like Ticket Master showcases the challenges of navigating the information war and balancing business interests with moral considerations.
    3. By scrutinizing Carlson’s rhetoric while ignoring similar behaviors from other political figures, CNN’s bias and selective censorship are exposed, raising questions about their journalistic integrity.