Government Leakers Defy Musk: We’re Not Your Servants
Elon Musk’s threat to find and punish leakers of what he considers “maliciously false information” has been met with defiance. Government employees, directly addressing Musk, have asserted that they are public servants, not beholden to his whims. They’ve made it clear they’re not intimidated; instead, they view their actions as a vital act of public service.
The rationale behind these leaks is a commitment to transparency. These individuals believe the public has a right to know about the dysfunction and deception within government agencies. They feel a moral obligation to expose problems, regardless of the potential consequences. Their actions are motivated by a desire to hold those in power accountable, a goal they see as aligned with the ideals of transparency and open information.… Continue reading