Last updated on August 8, 2023
Outspoken billionaire Elon Musk recently took to Twitter to express his thoughts on political issues covered by The New York Times. Despite Musk claiming to be politically moderate, the paper’s perceived liberal stance has not stopped him from going head-to-head with the publisher.
Musk specifically called out an article titled “‘Kill the Boer’ Song Fuels Backlash in South Africa and U.S.” in which he accused The New York Times of openly promoting the genocide of white people in South Africa. In a tweet, Musk stated, “The New York Times actually has the nerve to support calls for genocide! If ever there was a time to cancel that publication, it is now.”
However, the article Musk criticized was reporting on a political rally in Johannesburg where a leftist party leader chanted “Kill the Boer!” in front of thousands of party supporters. Julius Malema, the leader in question, later stated that he did not expect to have to educate Musk on the context and meaning behind the chant. He even made derogatory remarks about Musk’s intelligence.
Historian Nomalanga Mkhize explained that the chant is intended to rally and energize disenchanted youths, and that they do not intend it to mean any harm. Musk, on the other hand, believes that the article supports the genocide of white farmers in South Africa. He called for a boycott of The New York Times and shared a link to bypass the newspaper’s paywall.
Despite Musk’s accusations, it is important to note that The New York Times has not openly supported or promoted genocide. The article in question was merely reporting on a political event and the controversial statements made during it.
In conclusion, Elon Musk’s criticism of The New York Times stems from his perception that the publication is supporting the genocide of white people in South Africa. However, it is crucial to understand the context of the article he criticized and to recognize that The New York Times has not openly endorsed genocide.
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