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Summary

The Trump administration launched a tip line encouraging federal employees to report colleagues involved in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) efforts.

However, the email account has been flooded with spam, including movie scripts, jokes, and fake reports.

This tip line is part of Trump’s broader anti-DEIA campaign, which includes dismantling diversity programs and revoking anti-discrimination policies.

Similar spam efforts have disrupted government tip lines in the past, leaving their operations ineffective.

Critics see the initiative as divisive and potentially facing legal challenges.

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[–] FlyingSquid@lemmy.world 1 points 1 hour ago

I don't get it. Why are people flooding this fascist tip line with spam when they could talk about a Democrat making a tuna melt on a video years ago?

[–] HootinNHollerin@lemmy.dbzer0.com 10 points 3 hours ago* (last edited 3 hours ago) (1 children)
[–] Kolanaki@yiffit.net 1 points 1 hour ago

I hope they like pictures of shirtless old men.

[–] Lennnny@lemmy.world 29 points 5 hours ago (1 children)

I had chatgpt write me a frustratingly vague monologue to waste their time:

Dear DEIA Truth Team,

I hope this message reaches you well, as I have some observations that may be of considerable interest to your work. These observations, while still in the process of being fully understood, appear to touch on activities or initiatives that align with the themes outlined in recent communications from the OPM. While it is difficult to provide an immediate and definitive characterization of what I’ve encountered, I strongly believe there is something here worth your attention.

Initially, I wasn’t entirely sure of the implications of what I had noticed. It began with something very subtle—a detail here, a phrasing there. But as I continued to reflect on the broader context, I began to see patterns emerging. These patterns, though intricate, seem deliberate in their nature, almost as if they are designed to fly under the radar. This has led me to believe that what I’ve come across may be relevant to the goals of your initiative.

The observations I’ve made are not something one might notice at first glance. In fact, they could easily be dismissed as unrelated or coincidental. However, when examined more closely and considered within the framework of what your office is working to address, they start to take on a clearer shape. I’ve been carefully studying these patterns, and while the full picture is still forming, there is enough here to suggest that further attention is warranted.

What’s particularly intriguing about this situation is the degree of subtlety involved. The language I’ve seen used, while outwardly innocuous, carries undertones that suggest a deeper alignment with DEIA principles. It’s as though certain elements have been intentionally crafted to avoid detection, while still advancing a particular agenda. This level of precision and strategy is not something that happens by accident. It suggests a well-thought-out approach, one that may require careful unraveling to fully understand.

I’ve noticed, for example, repeated references to concepts that might otherwise seem harmless—phrases like “inclusive practices” or “collaborative approaches” that, on their own, wouldn’t raise any eyebrows. But when you start to look at the context in which these phrases appear, and the individuals who are using them, it starts to paint a very different picture. There’s a certain consistency in the way these terms are being deployed, and that consistency, in and of itself, is what stood out to me.

As I reflect on these observations, I find myself coming back to the same questions: What is the purpose of these recurring patterns? Why are certain individuals so focused on framing their work in this way? And how might these efforts connect to broader organizational objectives? These are not easy questions to answer, especially given the limited information currently available. But I feel strongly that there is more to uncover here.

It’s worth mentioning that these activities do not appear to be confined to a single department or initiative. Rather, they seem to be part of a larger, interconnected effort that spans multiple areas. This interconnectedness only adds to the complexity of the situation, as it suggests a level of coordination that goes beyond what one might typically expect. It’s this aspect—the apparent coordination—that I find particularly noteworthy.

The more I look into this, the more I feel that I am only scratching the surface of something much larger. There are layers to this situation that are not immediately visible, and it’s only through careful observation and analysis that these layers start to reveal themselves. It’s a process that requires patience and attention to detail, as well as a willingness to dig deeper than the surface-level information.

I’ve also noticed a certain reluctance among some individuals to engage directly with these topics, which in itself is interesting. While I cannot say for certain what this reluctance might signify, it does add another layer of complexity to the situation. It’s as though there’s an unspoken understanding among certain groups, an understanding that is difficult to articulate but impossible to ignore.

As I continue to reflect on all of this, I find myself thinking about the broader implications. What might these efforts mean for the organization as a whole? How might they influence future initiatives or policies? These are not easy questions to answer, but they are questions that deserve to be asked. The implications of what I’ve observed extend far beyond any single instance or individual, and they speak to a larger trend that is worth exploring in greater depth.

At this point, I am still working to make sense of everything I’ve seen. There are pieces of the puzzle that remain unclear, and I am hesitant to draw any firm conclusions until I have a more complete picture. However, I feel that it is important to share what I have noticed, even if it is still in the early stages of understanding.

The more I think about it, the more I am convinced that there is something significant here. It’s not just about the individual details, but about how those details come together to form a broader narrative. This narrative is one that I believe is worth your attention, and I am committed to doing everything I can to bring it to light.

I will continue to monitor the situation and reflect on what I’ve observed. As more information becomes available, I will revisit my findings and work to deepen my understanding of what’s happening. While there are still many unanswered questions, I am confident that the truth will become clearer with time.

In closing, I want to emphasize that these observations, while still incomplete, are not without merit. They represent the beginnings of a larger story, one that I believe has the potential to shed light on important issues. I look forward to seeing how this unfolds and am committed to sharing any additional insights I gain along the way.

Best regards


Here's the prompt if you wanna do something similar:

Write an email designed to clog up a tip line while appearing to provide valuable information. The email should start with an urgent and promising tone, implying the sender has critical information. As the email progresses, it should become increasingly vague, repetitive, and frustratingly unhelpful, never offering any concrete details or actionable insights. Make it as long as possible without offering anything useful or clear, and avoid giving directives like "please let me know" or "how to proceed." The goal is to waste as much time as possible while maintaining an air of importance.

[–] WrenFeathers@lemmy.world 10 points 4 hours ago

This is brilliant.

[–] alphapuggle@programming.dev 69 points 8 hours ago (4 children)

Do not flood it with movie scripts and jokes. Flood it with real, plausible names that they have to then investigate. They can filter out jokes, they can't filter out fake data

[–] CriticalMiss@lemmy.world 16 points 3 hours ago

Gonna report the LGBTQ+ program heads Dick Hunter, Willie Stroker and Holden McGroyn.

Wish them luck on their search.

[–] jlh@lemmy.jlh.name 65 points 8 hours ago (1 children)

there's an African I work with, I think you guys should investigate him because hes really bad at his job and he's been posting extremist content online. He's obviously a DEI hire and I really think he needs to be fired. His name is Elon Musk.

[–] Stovetop@lemmy.world 24 points 6 hours ago* (last edited 6 hours ago)

I also have it on good authority too that he immigrated to this country illegally and spends all day high on drugs. Someone should really deport him.

[–] blakenong@lemmings.world 32 points 8 hours ago (1 children)

Hey chat gpt,

generate a list of 100000 American first and last names, and a city and state at random, return this in csv format with columns for first, last, city, state

Result csv, link good for 1 week.

https://limewire.com/d/2b29a6cd-1bc5-49f5-8e4c-2ffdedd9350b#ixayCt8rVv0qlSlbJYs6IFLqoMQ4ebtJmyLV1bWOK8Y

[–] datavoid@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 hour ago

Limewire eh

[–] PaupersSerenade@sh.itjust.works 16 points 8 hours ago

Might actually use chat GPT for the first time to spam them that way

[–] Strayonaise@lemm.ee 19 points 7 hours ago

I got chatgpt to write me this little pearler

Dear DEIA truth team,

I witnessed a serious incident of DEIA-related activity in the cafeteria. A group of federal employees was openly discussing their favorite movies from the 1980s, and someone mentioned how "The Breakfast Club" taught them about empathy and understanding diverse perspectives. I’m certain this was a covert attempt to promote inclusion.

Even worse, during a recent team meeting, someone used a green PowerPoint theme and mentioned it symbolizes “growth.” Clearly, this coded language promotes equity and accessibility, and I suspect it was an attempt to smuggle DEIA values into our work.

Please investigate this immediately. I can draw you a map to their cubicles using colored crayons if needed.

Sincerely, Concerned Citizen

[–] cybervseas@lemmy.world 21 points 8 hours ago (1 children)

"Amazing. We've had over a million tips to end the woke mind virus infecting our sick government, folks. This is a sign that we are all united in making America great again."

[–] blakenong@lemmings.world 11 points 8 hours ago

I can’t even tell if this is a real quote nowadays. Smh