The article discusses the recent suspension of Labour MPs and councillors due to offensive remarks in a WhatsApp group named Trigger Me Timbers. This situation exemplifies a modern version of how casual comments can lead to serious repercussions for public figures, mirroring historical incidents of public fallout from unguarded remarks. The piece contrasts this with earlier instances of public figures facing consequences for private comments, such as the Sony email hack in 2014, showcasing how digital communication remains a double-edged sword for communication.
Some choice remarks made by suspended members include, the public are arseholes. I know, I've met them, references to a constituent as a grade-A wanker.
Those feeling unfairly maligned because they lurked without posting should, clearly, henceforth limit themselves to groups called things like Pothole Subcommittee and We Love Local Gov.
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