Thomas Jacobs is an avid writer, Cinema aficionado, and filmmaker. He graduated with Dean’s Honors from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a major in Film and Digital Media. His passion is directly tied to the appreciation and creation of film and television, and this fact is reflected in his intent to be a writer for the acclaimed entertainment journal, The Hollywood Insider.His beliefs mirror the core goals and mission statement of The Hollywood Insider by sharing an admiration for quality entertainment as well as bolstering a sense of positivity and equality among all humans. Thomas believes that Cinema is an advantageous promoter of civil and social empowerment, and he shares a mutual societal view with The Hollywood Insider, that people should not be judged by the color of their skin, but the content of their character.
May 5, 2022
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Photo: Elon Musk and Twitter
It has been recently announced that Elon Musk’s offer to purchase Twitter for forty-four billion dollars has been accepted by the board of the social media behemoth. Musk has been a vocal proponent of the freedom of speech on the application, and has been critical of Twitter’s on-going perceived censorship and bias towards diverse forms of thought that are contrary to popular opinion. Musk has stated that he sees untapped potential in the existence of Twitter and believes that it, similarly to America, can represent all ideologies and beliefs freely, without undermining or banning unshared or criticized thoughts. Public reception over Elon Musk controlling Twitter has seemingly divided society as some feel like his relaxation of censorship rules will propagate an increased level of misinformation and harmful ideologies, while others believe that Musk is fighting for the very qualities that America was founded upon. Whether or not people support or disapprove of Elon Musk’s reasoning for purchasing the social media application he has stated that there will be a place for every voice and opinion in the new Twitter he aims to build.
After announcing his claim to pay for nearly half of the social company by himself, Musk reportedly has sold off “$8.5 billion of the electric automaker’s stock in the three days after the Twitter board agreed to sell the company to him.” The intentions of the billionaire, Musk, are extremely clear, and with his casual claim to wanting to purchase the entire company slowly coming to fruition, it is directly apparent that Musk is not one to embellish in the slightest. There have been many published opinions questioning whether Musk is ready for the task of controlling such a massive social media communications network. While the challenges are apparent, the indication that Elon Musk is doubling down on his investment in Twitter is visible in his publicized sale of his highly coveted shares of his revolutionary electric car company manufacturer. Elon Musk is betting high on the future of Twitter and this reflects the true significance of his intention with the social media behemoth.
When a company purports such a vast number of influential leaders and key outlets of news for the community, it is clear to see why Twitter must adhere to an unbiased formula surrounding information and how the public receives it. While the question of power is set to fall into the hands of Musk, the way in which he has chosen to operate and share accurate information surrounding his intentions and why he is purchasing Twitter offers a positive outlook on the reality of this acquisition. It is impossible yet to say whether this change of ownership truly will benefit the freedom of ideals and democracy, but with Musk outspokenly advocating for the allowance of all spectrums and forms of thought, it appears safe to believe that Elon Musk intends to safeguard the liberty and independence that America was founded upon.
By Thomas Jacobs
Click here to read The Hollywood Insider’s CEO Pritan Ambroase’s love letter to Cinema, TV and Media. An excerpt from the love letter: The Hollywood Insider’s CEO/editor-in-chief Pritan Ambroase affirms, “We have the space and time for all your stories, no matter who/what/where you are. Media/Cinema/TV have a responsibility to better the world and The Hollywood Insider will continue to do so. Talent, diversity and authenticity matter in Cinema/TV, media and storytelling. In fact, I reckon that we should announce “talent-diversity-authenticity-storytelling-Cinema-Oscars-Academy-Awards” as synonyms of each other. We show respect to talent and stories regardless of their skin color, race, gender, sexuality, religion, nationality, etc., thus allowing authenticity into this system just by something as simple as accepting and showing respect to the human species’ factual diversity. We become greater just by respecting and appreciating talent in all its shapes, sizes, and forms. Award winners, which includes nominees, must be chosen on the greatness of their talent ALONE.
I am sure I am speaking for a multitude of Cinema lovers all over the world when I speak of the following sentiments that this medium of art has blessed me with. Cinema taught me about our world, at times in English and at times through the beautiful one-inch bar of subtitles. I learned from the stories in the global movies that we are all alike across all borders. Remember that one of the best symbols of many great civilizations and their prosperity has been the art they have left behind. This art can be in the form of paintings, sculptures, architecture, writings, inventions, etc. For our modern society, Cinema happens to be one of them. Cinema is more than just a form of entertainment, it is an integral part of society. I love the world uniting, be it for Cinema, TV. media, art, fashion, sport, etc. Please keep this going full speed.”
Thomas Jacobs is an avid writer, Cinema aficionado, and filmmaker. He graduated with Dean’s Honors from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a major in Film and Digital Media. His passion is directly tied to the appreciation and creation of film and television, and this fact is reflected in his intent to be a writer for the acclaimed entertainment journal, The Hollywood Insider.His beliefs mirror the core goals and mission statement of The Hollywood Insider by sharing an admiration for quality entertainment as well as bolstering a sense of positivity and equality among all humans. Thomas believes that Cinema is an advantageous promoter of civil and social empowerment, and he shares a mutual societal view with The Hollywood Insider, that people should not be judged by the color of their skin, but the content of their character.
Thomas Jacobs is an avid writer, Cinema aficionado, and filmmaker. He graduated with Dean’s Honors from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a major in Film and Digital Media. His passion is directly tied to the appreciation and creation of film and television, and this fact is reflected in his intent to be a writer for the acclaimed entertainment journal, The Hollywood Insider.His beliefs mirror the core goals and mission statement of The Hollywood Insider by sharing an admiration for quality entertainment as well as bolstering a sense of positivity and equality among all humans. Thomas believes that Cinema is an advantageous promoter of civil and social empowerment, and he shares a mutual societal view with The Hollywood Insider, that people should not be judged by the color of their skin, but the content of their character.
Thomas Jacobs is an avid writer, Cinema aficionado, and filmmaker. He graduated with Dean’s Honors from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a major in Film and Digital Media. His passion is directly tied to the appreciation and creation of film and television, and this fact is reflected in his intent to be a writer for the acclaimed entertainment journal, The Hollywood Insider.His beliefs mirror the core goals and mission statement of The Hollywood Insider by sharing an admiration for quality entertainment as well as bolstering a sense of positivity and equality among all humans. Thomas believes that Cinema is an advantageous promoter of civil and social empowerment, and he shares a mutual societal view with The Hollywood Insider, that people should not be judged by the color of their skin, but the content of their character.
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