CNN reddit situation- Blackmailed user wrong person? BUZZFEED exposing CNN?!

[monocle_layton]

Lawlight said:

monocle_layton said:

https://www.reddit.com/r/neoliberal/comments/6lh2v2/i_cant_believe_cnn_doxxed_this_kindly_15_yo_memer/

For those wondering why we're simply criticizing CNN and not defending him, it's because the user is a total piece of shit.

He's a middle aged man (not a teenager) who thinks running around and saying n----r is hilarious. I'll be honest- as terrible as CNN was, I'm hoping people realize that being ass has consequences. What's worse is how he even bragged about the attention prior to CNN stating they would release his info. Guess these people truly are only bark and no bite

Is the racist the issue here or a multinational news company using doxxing and blackmail? I think the latter is the bigger issue.

Trust me lawlight, I'm not criticizing the man to take pressure off CNN. I simply want this user to be a lesson for people to learn. If you're worried your internet activity can be traced back to you, then don't be racist.

 

Regardless of whether he was a SJW or nazi, CNN is still petty for threatening to leave his info in the hands of the public. Chances are his life would turn into hell. As much as I dislike his character, I'd never wish for someone and their family to go through that. Swatting, death threats, and potential attacks against them wouldn't be unlikely