# Now that Elon Musk has bought Twitter - now the Pit edition (Part 2) **URL:** \ **Category:** The BBQ Pit\ **Tags:** elon-musk\ **Created:** [August 13, 2024, 12:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634 "2024-08-13T00:48:45Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 8
**Author:** ![SuntanLotion](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/suntanlotion/32/16165_2.png) [@SuntanLotion](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SuntanLotion)\ **Post date:** [August 24, 2024, 1:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/141 "2024-08-24T13:42:22Z")
Liam is brilliant. ---
**Author:** ![Shalmanese](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/45deac/32.png) [@Shalmanese](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shalmanese)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 3:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/142 "2024-08-25T15:45:55Z")
> **[Elon Musk says X staff can get their stock — if they prove they deserve it](https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/23/24226830/elon-musk-email-x-twitter-stock-grants)** > > They’ll have to write a one-page email. > staff have to submit a one-page summary telling leadership their contributions to the company in order to get their stock. ---
**Author:** ![JohnT](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnt/32/15048_2.png) [@JohnT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnT)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 4:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/143 "2024-08-25T16:31:12Z")
Chat GPT to the rescue! > [@](#): > > John Thornton > Senior Vice President, KissAss Division > \*69 > 8/25/2024 > > **Elon Musk** > Chief Executive Officer > The World > > Dear Elon, > > I hope this letter finds you well. I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the opportunity to serve under your visionary leadership at [X.com](http://X.com). Every day, I am inspired by your relentless pursuit of innovation, your boldness in the face of challenges, and your unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible. It is truly an honor to be part of this incredible journey with you at the helm. > > As the Senior Vice President of the KissAss Division, I have always strived to go above and beyond in my role, driven by the desire to contribute meaningfully to our shared mission. I consistently arrive at the office 10 minutes early, eager to tackle the day’s challenges and ensure that our division operates at peak efficiency. Punctuality is just one of the small ways I demonstrate my dedication to our success and my commitment to making [X.com](http://X.com) the best in the world. > > Perhaps my most significant contribution came when I brought to your attention the insidious workings of the European Compliance Team, a wretched hive of villainy that was stifling our progress. By identifying and addressing this issue, we were able to refocus our efforts, and ensure that we remain nimble, innovative, and true to your vision of a company unburdened by unnecessary bureaucracy. I am proud to have played a role in helping you eliminate this obstacle to our success by canning their lazy asses. > > Furthermore, I must express my unwavering admiration for the leadership team at [X.com](http://X.com). Under your guidance, they have become the greatest and bestest of all time, exemplifying the excellence that we all strive for. The culture of excellence and innovation that you have instilled throughout the company is nothing short of remarkable, and it inspires me to give my all every single day. > > Given my contributions and my continued commitment to advancing the company’s goals by firing moochers with no understanding of your greatness, I respectfully request your consideration for a stock grant. This small, almost meaningless gesture would not only be a recognition of my efforts but also an incredible motivator as I continue to work tirelessly to drive our success. > > Thank you, Elon, for your unparalleled leadership and for considering my request: the sacrifice of my wife and children was worth it. > > I am eager to continue contributing to the incredible legacy we are building together. > > Sincerely, > John Thornton > Senior Vice President, Suckass Division > [X.com](http://X.com) ---
**Author:** ![Gyrate](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/gyrate/32/3588_2.png) [@Gyrate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gyrate)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 4:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/144 "2024-08-25T16:36:21Z")
You need to be consistent in the name of your division. Otherwise - no notes. ---
**Author:** ![kaylasdad99](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kaylasdad99/32/3398_2.png) [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 4:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/145 "2024-08-25T16:47:08Z")
> [@Shalmanese](#): > > [Elon Musk says X staff can get their stock — if they prove they deserve it - The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/23/24226830/elon-musk-email-x-twitter-stock-grants) > > > staff have to submit a one-page summary telling leadership their contributions to the company in order to get their stock. The linked article is unclear on whether Musk is contractually obligated to turn over the stock (which I would expect is irrespective of whether anyone turns in an essay), as implied by the wording in the headline. ---
**Author:** ![JohnT](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnt/32/15048_2.png) [@JohnT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnT)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 4:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/146 "2024-08-25T16:53:29Z")
> [@](#): > > Dear Elon, > > No one… and I mean _no one_… scores better ketamine for you than I do. > > I also have recordings. Extensive ones. > > Looking forward to my stock grant, buddy! ---
**Author:** ![kaylasdad99](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kaylasdad99/32/3398_2.png) [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 4:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/147 "2024-08-25T16:56:00Z")
Waitaminute. Are you trying to get TWO helpings of stock grants? ---
**Author:** ![JohnT](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnt/32/15048_2.png) [@JohnT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnT)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 5:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/148 "2024-08-25T17:00:41Z")
Are you _not_? ---
**Author:** ![BigT](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bigt/32/12044_2.png) [@BigT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BigT)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 7:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/149 "2024-08-25T19:13:48Z")
Not to detract from the current bashing, but I don’t know if this has been mentiond. I just got followed by Emma Stone. But it’s not really her. So I try to report it as impersonation. **Turns out, you can only report impersonation if they have an account on Twitter.** You can impersonate anyone else. And, while I can find a lot of fake accounts, she doesn’t seem to have one herself. I can’t even find a webpage to check and see if she lists a Twitter. And, yes, of course, the one who followed me was “verified.” ---
**Author:** ![eschereal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/eschereal/32/18939_2.png) [@eschereal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/eschereal)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 7:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/150 "2024-08-25T19:47:35Z")
“… I have always strived …” Is “strived” even a word? Should it be “striven”? Is the past tense of strive not “strove”? It just seems wrong to me and should be worded differently to avoid the awkward. ---
**Author:** ![Smapti](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/smapti/32/17938_2.png) [@Smapti](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Smapti)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 8:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/151 "2024-08-25T20:37:09Z")
Today in “Elmo references a sci-fi work he doesn’t understand”; [![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GV1itIyW0AA0dco?format=jpg&name=medium) ](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GV1itIyW0AA0dco?format=jpg&name=medium) ---
**Author:** ![eschereal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/eschereal/32/18939_2.png) [@eschereal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/eschereal)\ **Post date:** [August 25, 2024, 10:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/152 "2024-08-25T22:45:45Z")
He is complaining that if you allow free speech, somebody will say something that forces you to censor them. ---
**Author:** ![Atamasama](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/atamasama/32/12961_2.png) [@Atamasama](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Atamasama)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 12:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/153 "2024-08-26T00:50:53Z")
> [@BigT](#): > > **Turns out, you can only report impersonation if they have an account on Twitter.** You can impersonate anyone else. I’m pretty sure that’s how Facebook works too. Multiple times I’ve had a person impersonating the account of someone on my friend list (a couple of times from people who are actually passed on IRL, which is literally a dead giveaway). But when I report for impersonation, I have to provide the account they’re impersonating. Which has never been a problem because they have accounts. If they didn’t though, I probably couldn’t report them. (Well, I can report them for fraud or spam or whatever else they’re doing, just not impersonation itself.) ---
**Author:** ![Shalmanese](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/45deac/32.png) [@Shalmanese](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shalmanese)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 2:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/154 "2024-08-26T02:58:50Z")
> [@JohnT](#): > > Chat GPT to the rescue! Used ChatGPT instead of Grok, dangerously unacceptably levels of woke resulting, zero stock! ---
**Author:** ![eschereal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/eschereal/32/18939_2.png) [@eschereal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/eschereal)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 3:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/155 "2024-08-26T03:20:12Z")
I am curious: is “strived” a word, or should it be “striven”? ---
**Author:** ![MrDibble](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mrdibble/32/114_2.png) [@MrDibble](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MrDibble)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 5:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/156 "2024-08-26T05:38:21Z")
In the Us, it can be strived, striven _or_ strove. In the English-speaking world, it’s mostly just strived. ---
**Author:** ![Stratocaster](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/stratocaster/32/16393_2.png) [@Stratocaster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stratocaster)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 10:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/157 "2024-08-26T10:24:27Z")
Then we should go with U.S. usage, the version of English that Jesus spoke. ---
**Author:** ![digs](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/digs/32/14889_2.png) [@digs](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/digs)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 3:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/158 "2024-08-26T15:09:48Z")
I learned that he spoke a language called _King James Bible._ ---
**Author:** ![kaylasdad99](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kaylasdad99/32/3398_2.png) [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2024, 4:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/159 "2024-08-26T16:05:42Z")
Let’s have some inclusiveness here: _strovened_. ---
**Author:** ![EddyTeddyFreddy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/eddyteddyfreddy/32/18796_2.png) [@EddyTeddyFreddy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EddyTeddyFreddy)\ **Post date:** [August 27, 2024, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/now-that-elon-musk-has-bought-twitter-now-the-pit-edition-part-2/1005634/160 "2024-08-27T15:52:36Z")
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