About today [Please Read]

About Today:

Hi,

I am unable to post the following message on the call out post in question. It seems the creator has me blocked to I cannot post my own clarification or the moderation tool is extra zealous and I cannot figure out which words are triggering it. The creator of the call out post and I have history, which is why I suspect my comment was singled out of the group and why despite several attempts to pass moderation in the comments suspect I am blocked.

If you do not have context for this post, I apologize.

My Statement:

I feel like I need to make a statement here since the creator of this post has chosen to feature my comment on Morana’s post.

Yes, I left Morana an encouraging message this morning after a friend messaged me upset Morana was leaving the platform. I had been a fan of her bots since before I became a creator and given past harassment she had faced and several other creators in recent months, I gave Morana the benefit of the doubt that she was only quoting a comment she received. While she still should have never used the word, it seemed as if she was taking accountability for her actions and stepping back to reflect based on the information shared.

I posted words of support because I have enjoyed her work over the last 2 years, as a fan and fellow creator and was sad to see her go.

I try to show my support for creators big and small in the community.

At the time Morana's post had 5 other comments on it; and I went on with my morning routine.

When I was made aware of the additional screenshots and of Morana's true behavior I removed my comment. I tactically do not support Morana's words or actions. Colorism and racism are never okay. Her actions in the screenshots here are repugnant and indefensible.

I am not perfect by any stretch. I am wholly human, and it was never my intention to condone Morana's behavior, especially finding out the full extent which was context I did not have from the start.

I am sickened by the toxic vitriol she spread behind closed doors and strongly rebuke her actions.

Creators absolutely should be held accountable for their actions; particularly when they are holding toxic and harmful views. Janitor is a platform for expression and creativity and archaic views like the one's Morana holds should never be tolerated.

I applaud those who took action, and brought the situation to light.

I am sad for everyone affected by Morana's actions and hope you have love and support.

Thank you,

-moonie