The Controversial Tweets of Matt Walsh: A Heated Debate Unfolds

Mason Riverwind

Updated Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

An image circulating on social media has sparked intense debate and widespread reactions. The image showcases two tweets that have ignited fiery discussions about the value of human versus animal life. The first tweet, posted by Matt Walsh on May 29, 2016, states, "I would kill every ape in the world to save one human, because humans are more important. This is a very simple concept, folks." This statement has clearly polarized opinions, as evidenced by the tweet's engagement statistics: 684 replies, 669 retweets, and 738 likes.

In a sharp rebuke, K. Thor Jensen responded on June 4, 2019, with a tweet that reads: "would you s*** every ape’s d*** to save one human." This provocative reply has also garnered significant attention, posted using the Twitter for iPhone app.

The reactions to these tweets are as varied as they are passionate. One user commented, "I would kill Matt Walsh to save 1 ape," while another added, "D****** Matt doesn't know humans *are* apes." Criticisms of Walsh's stance were rampant, with another user noting, "Here's a little secret that really isn't secret: Walsh and his fellow bigots and fascists look at human populations the same way."

Some comments took a more humorous or satirical approach, such as, "Build 100 bridges and no one calls you 'Matt the Bridge Builder.' But s*** one d***…" Others criticized the apparent self-righteousness of Walsh's statement, with one user stating, "Oh look a conservative creating a d****** hypothetical in which they centre themselves as the hero, how rare :P"

The discourse even touched on broader social implications, with comments like, "If you have to kill an ape, please make it that orange one that whines all the time. The rest are just trying to mind their own business," and "S****** d*** to save a life would actually be impressive. Shows actual sacrifice for your beliefs rather than killing for your beliefs."

This tweet exchange and the subsequent reactions encapsulate a broader conversation about the ethics of valuing human life over animal life, the role of provocative statements in public discourse, and the varied ways people engage with such controversial topics. The image has clearly struck a chord, prompting a mix of condemnation, humor, and serious reflection among social media users.

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Top Comments from Imgur

MightyUrto

I would kill Matt Walsh to save 1 ape

theothermeisnthere

D****** Matt doesn't know humans *are* apes.

jesusandeinstein

I hate every ape I see, from chimpan-A to chimpanzee

PoliticalWanderer

Here's a little secret that really isn't secret: Walsh and his fellow bigots and fascists look at human populations the same way. "I would sacrifice every gay to save a single straight." "I would sacrifice every Muslim to save a single Christian." Etc, etc.

parkerTHEfence

Build 100 bridges and no one calls you “Matt the Bridge Builder.” But s*** one d***…

graehall

Oh look a conservative creating a d****** hypothetical in which they centre themselves as the hero, how rare :P

RJBadman

It's a valid question, and one that a serial killer with a day job at the zoo would probably pay a lot of attention to

Jace99

If you have to kill an ape, please make it that orange one that whines all the time. The rest are just trying to mind their own business.

Bhargo

of course he would kill any number of things, death is a small price to pay when you arent the one who has to pay it

CaldariBob

Happily, the park rangers would put Matt down before he did much damage.

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