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Twitter is a great platform to take a stance and make your statement for the world to hear. You have almost unprecedented freedom to say what you want, for better or worse. But be careful—the internet never forgets and what you say might come back to bite you in the ass.

Although it’s hard to keep track of everything you’ve said online, you should at least stick to your guns if you’re going to be so opinionated. Otherwise, someone might realize you’ve contradicted yourself and cast up a previous tweet asking, “Is this you?”

Serving up a slice of poetic justice is always delicious, and r/ThisYouComebacks is a community that shares all the juicy moments that people got handed it. We love a good comeback but “This You?” ones might just be a new favorite. Check out our top picks from the page and you’ll see what we mean.

#1

Brilliant

Brilliant

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Manndy Fisher
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought that it's not possible to be racist against yourself but here it is.

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When Twitter first launched in 2006, its founder probably never realized the profound effect that it would have on society and our modern culture. With over 350M active users, it seems like everyone is using the platform—from the average Joe to US President Joe Biden

Being able to write a few short sentences and send them off into the world in just a few clicks for everyone to see was unimaginable in the early days of the internet. And whilst anyone with an email address can sign up and start tweeting about what they like, the importance of thinking before you speak should always be considered on the site. 

The no-filter approach might be what makes the platform so popular, but it’s also the reason for many public figures to get canceled. For those still unfamiliar with the new use of the term, Dictionary.com defines ‘canceling’ or ‘cancel culture’ as: “withdrawing support for public figures and companies after they have done or said something considered objectionable or offensive.”

Although the millennial generation is known for being more aware of social issues and boycotting has been around forever, cancel culture itself has risen most dramatically at the end of the 2010s and has been weaponized in some ways.

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#4

"Dont Talk About Feelings"

"Dont Talk About Feelings"

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Director James Gunn comes to mind as one person canceled in 2018 for his historical tweets. After joking about pedophilia and sexual assault in now-deleted tweets, he was promptly dropped from his position working with Disney who condemned his comments.

Gunn claims that the smear movement to cancel him was motivated by those who disagreed with his political comments. It was only after a public apology and a campaign from his peers that he was re-instated by the company to continue working together. 

#6

The Perpetrators Always Join The Bandwagon

The Perpetrators Always Join The Bandwagon

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Whilst Gunn’s comments can be chalked up to poor judgment and his supposed need to be provocative, it shows that are consequences for what’s been said online. But not for everyone on the platform. So, how far does Twitter go to censor its users, and do they do it all? 

“Free expression is a human right–we believe that everyone has a voice, and the right to use it,” reads Twitter’s rules and policies. They say that their mission is to “give everyone the power to create and share ideas and information, and to express their opinions and beliefs without barriers”.

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#7

The Cognitive Dissonance Is Strong With This One

The Cognitive Dissonance Is Strong With This One

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The people who yell 'snowflake' every time they're told not to be a horrible person, are so sensitive!

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#8

Republicans Don’t Own The Fourth Of July But...

Republicans Don’t Own The Fourth Of July But...

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#9

This You, Novak?

This You, Novak?

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Jelena
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

His statement is NOT a comment on Simone Biles' actions and the media that maliciously presented his words apologized for this, of course very discreetly, and Susan Sarandon (on Instagram) also sent him a public apology. He is obviously not sympathetic to many, and I can understand that, but he has never been malicious, especially when it comes to athletes, and this is another proof of how easily people follow the media and easily judge according to personal preferences!!!!!!

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However, this is in accordance with their policies against hateful conduct, rather than allowing it. The rules explain further: “We are committed to combating abuse motivated by hatred, prejudice or intolerance, particularly abuse that seeks to silence the voices of those who have been historically marginalized. For this reason, we prohibit behavior that targets individuals with abuse based on protected category.”

#10

Arizona Republicans On President Elect Qualifications

Arizona Republicans On President Elect Qualifications

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The GOP seems to have stopped trying to hide their hypocrisies - it's just constant and out in the open at this point

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#11

It Certainly Seems Like The Same Account

It Certainly Seems Like The Same Account

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Yoinks!
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not just the hypocrisy, it's the utter shamelessness of it.

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#12

This You?!

This You?!

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Lauren Caswell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had a little bet with myself this Tori person would make the list: and I only know of her from this site. I get the feeling this is her life: inflammatory insensitive flip flop tweets 🤷‍♀️

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So, Twitter relies on its users to govern each other and ensure that the platform meets its standards. Whilst it should go without saying that this is much needed in times of division, should every past comment be assessed with this in mind? Some would argue that it’s a necessity for keeping those in power in check. 

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#13

Charlie Kirk's Almost Too Easy Of A Target

Charlie Kirk's Almost Too Easy Of A Target

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, but but but, in one tweet he was talking to white people, and in the other to everyone else. /sarcasm

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#14

Pathetic

Pathetic

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Vicky Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well,suffocate then! Not a big loss!! Honestly wtf? Sometimes i don't feel I'm wearing it! Except when it's too hot! Enough with these exaggerations

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#15

It’s Not Cancel Culture When We Do It

It’s Not Cancel Culture When We Do It

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Bernd Herbert
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

huh...isn't Lebron James one of the best players in the NBA? Why would you want him to be expelled?

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A recent study on the topic of cancel culture was completed by the Pew Research Center in the United States. Although not every piece of research was targeted with high-profile people in mind, the results looked at their respondents’ views of others posting questionable opinions online. 

From over ten thousand people, 58% believed that calling out others on social media was more likely to hold people accountable for their actions. On the other hand, 38% said it was more likely to punish people who didn’t deserve it.

#16

This You, Marjorie?

This You, Marjorie?

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Lauren Caswell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She did what?! How can that be...I....I am a bit worried about how many loonies hold positions of power 😣

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#17

This You?

This You?

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Ian Reynolds
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love it when Brexiteers cry about Brexit. You won, get over it!!! 😂😂😂😂

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#18

Prageru Loves To Own Itself

Prageru Loves To Own Itself

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Siv Øiesvold
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe if PragerU had some better ideas in their videos, they wouldn't be restricted..

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Interestingly, the results differ according to their respondents’ preferred political party. Those who identified as Democrats were more in favor of holding people accountable by calling out their actions than Republicans were. Conversely, a majority of 56% of Republicans believe that these actions are unfair and wrongly penalize people. 

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#19

This You, Fox News?

This You, Fox News?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's nothing that threatens a conservative man more than a strong and intelligent woman. That's why there are none in their party.

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#20

Well Would You Look At This

Well Would You Look At This

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#21

Right Wingers Are A Joke Lol Btw Her Tweets Were 17hrs Apart

Right Wingers Are A Joke Lol Btw Her Tweets Were 17hrs Apart

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't think anyone expects actual linear thought from Candace Owens, do they?

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These results could be in direct relation to the fiasco surrounding the Republican president Donald Trump. Known for his caustic statements on Twitter and seemingly tweeting out his every single thought, his access to the service was finally revoked and suspended after his comments were deemed to incite the 2021 Capitol Riot in Washington D.C. It also got him impeached for a second time. 

#22

It's Only Terrorism If They're Not White

It's Only Terrorism If They're Not White

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#23

Another "Cancel Culture Is Marxism Unless I Do It" Post

Another "Cancel Culture Is Marxism Unless I Do It" Post

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#24

This You, Piers Morgan?

This You, Piers Morgan?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This man is a boil on the butt of England and now a boil on the butt of the United States.

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In an official announcement, Twitter stated, “After close review of recent Tweets from the @realDonaldTrump account and the context around them—specifically how they are being received and interpreted on and off Twitter—we have permanently suspended the account due to the risk of further incitement of violence.”

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#25

Hope Money Mouse Hasn’t Been Posted Already

Hope Money Mouse Hasn’t Been Posted Already

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#26

But Cancel Culture Is Such A Leftist Tactic!

But Cancel Culture Is Such A Leftist Tactic!

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#27

This You, Rafael (Ted) Cruz?

This You, Rafael (Ted) Cruz?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ted Cruz, the Canadian Cuban that hates immigrants. And Socialism for anyone except himself.

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#28

This Feels Like Low Hanging Fruit But

This Feels Like Low Hanging Fruit But

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My crooked smile is because I'm judgmental against antivaxxers not because of the vaccines!

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#29

Because You Can Always Trust Massive Oil And Gas Companies To Care About The World

Because You Can Always Trust Massive Oil And Gas Companies To Care About The World

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#30

The Corona Is Over!

The Corona Is Over!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Little Donnie is even dumber than his old man - and in its own odd way, that's quite an accomplishment. ;-)

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#31

From Praising Trump For The Vaccine To Praising “Thinking Citizens” For Rejecting The Vaccine.

From Praising Trump For The Vaccine To Praising “Thinking Citizens” For Rejecting The Vaccine.

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#32

“I’m Only Not White When It Suits Me”

“I’m Only Not White When It Suits Me”

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Yuki Li
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Woman of colour here (not that it matters), but you can totally be racist regardless of your skin tone. I, a brown woman discriminating against a black or white person based on their race alone is racist regardless of my skin. So she's wrong on both ends.

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#33

This You, Madison Cawthorn?

This You, Madison Cawthorn?

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#34

It’s Wrong To Boycott! Unless…

It’s Wrong To Boycott! Unless…

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M O'Connell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Advertisers have ALWAYS set editorial policy. They are the ones with the money!

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#35

Michael Tracey Is A Spineless Pos

Michael Tracey Is A Spineless Pos

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is he not saying in both that he distrusts someone proclaiming they've been through trauma?

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