Several TED fellows have resigned in response to the platforming of Bill Ackman at a TED event. The resignations sparked a debate on social media, with some users expressing support for the TED organization and its commitment to free speech, while criticizing the resigning fellows for being intolerant of different viewpoints. Others have shown solidarity with the TED organization and Bill Ackman, urging them not to succumb to censorship pressures. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions around free speech and cancel culture.
Many thanks to the TED fellows who resigned after Bill Ackman was chosen as speaker. TED is better off without you.
Many thanks to the TED fellows who resigned after Bill Ackman was chosen as speaker. TED is better without you.
Leaving TED no poorer, a handful of radical leftists and pro Hamas TED fellows quit in a public pantswetting over someone they disagree with speaking Don’t let the door hit you on the ass comrades https://t.co/AvKMk5KQYT
Solidarity with @TEDchris and @BillAckman Don't let the bullies censor you https://t.co/m3lYwuWFhi
Good riddance to the TED fellows who resigned because they don't like a speaker. Stand up to cancel culture @TEDchris ! Defend free speech & open dialogue. The woke mob will go away if you stand up to them. https://t.co/EYiAJgSedJ
Several TED fellows have resigned this week over the platforming of @BillAckman. But the talks lost relevance years ago, writes @MoustacheClubUS 👇 https://t.co/tcJ3vHsl7Q