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YouTube suspends Russell Brand from making money off his channel — The suspension comes following the publication of rape and sexual assault allegations against the British star::YouTube has blocked Russell Brand from making money off its platform and the BBC pulled some of his shows from its online streaming service in the wake of rape and sexual assault allegations against the comedian-turned-influencer.

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[–] [email protected] 156 points 1 year ago (28 children)

I have no reason to doubt the allegations. But allegations shouldn't be enough for somebody to lose their livelihood.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I don't think it's that simple. Heinous allegations can make that business relationship untenable. YouTube has an image to protect as well as other partnerships to maintain. There are people (not just wealthy executives) whose livelihood relies on those things,.

If a person's reputation, fair or not, creates a risk to those things, why should YouTube be forced to assume that risk on their behalf?

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Bullshit. If they wanted to cut ties and protect their image, they could block the channel and wash their hands.

This here is pure profiteering.

[–] [email protected] -1 points 1 year ago

Profiteering by a mega corporation, say it ain't so!!

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