The Auschwitz Museum rated Elon Musk’s idea negatively

Elon Musk doesn’t stop changing the way the X site works, aka Twitter. Recently, the billionaire announced that it plans to liquidate one of its basic content moderation functions. If the change is actually implemented, it will no longer be possible to block other users. According to the announcement, the option will only remain in the messages.

The Auschwitz Museum responded to Elon Musk’s announcement

User reception has been mixed. Some point out that the change will be another step towards freedom of speech and limiting censorship, but others note that accounts are not only blocked for censorship reasons, but also for other reasons, such as insults or calls for violence.

Dismay at Musk’s announcement was expressed by the Auschwitz Museum, which uses social media like many other institutions, including X.

“We have decided to block users who promote denial and hate. This decision is the result of a deep commitment to our mission. We need a safe space to carry it out,” the museum’s message reads.

“Blocking Essential”

“Engaging in discussions with individuals and relationships for the purpose of misusing the memory of the victims of Auschwitz goes against the values ​​we believe in. These individuals are not seeking discourse; they are meant to cause pain. In this context blocking is a necessary step to ensure that these malicious voices do not continue their repeated attacks on memory.”

The museum’s administration believed that in the digital age, “social media platforms bear a significant moral responsibility”, and therefore should “actively combat hate speech and stop its normalization”.

“Blocking users is not an ordinary activity; it is a practical measure. Often, reporting accounts spreading hostility remains an unanswered call. Blocking is a way to protect the memory of those who suffered and were murdered at Auschwitz.” concludes the museum.