David Pakman Considers Defamation Lawsuit Over Wired Article

Allegations and Unintended Consequences

• 📰 Wired published a piece containing untrue allegations and implications about David Pakman and other creators, suggesting content was dictated or restricted by external entities.
• 💔 The article has led to some long-time members canceling their subscriptions, based on a mistaken belief that external groups like the DNC or Chorus control the show's content.
• 💡 Pakman emphasizes that Chorus is not involved in content creation, does not direct, pay for, subsidize, sponsor, restrict, or suggest content to creators.

Impact on Audience and Subscriptions

• 📉 While the majority of the audience recognized the lack of a story, some have been confused by the article and subsequent commentary from other creators.
• ⚠️ This confusion has resulted in a net loss of YouTube subscribers (6,000 canceled vs. 5,000 new subscribers) during the period the article gained traction.
• 📢 Pakman encourages regular viewers who are not subscribed to consider subscribing to the YouTube channel, highlighting that there is no cost or downside.

Defamation Lawsuit Considerations

• ⚖️ Pakman has consulted with top defamation attorneys regarding the possibility of filing a lawsuit.
• 💰 A significant downside is the high cost, potentially reaching six figures in legal fees, with no guarantee of recouping expenses.
• ⏳ Litigation is a lengthy process, estimated at 12 to 18 months, which would be stressful and time-consuming.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The potential lawsuit could take him away from the show and his family, especially with a newborn at home.
• 🤔 Even a successful lawsuit might not provide the desired public victory, as settlements often include non-disclosure agreements, limiting publicity.
• 🗣️ Pakman is seeking audience input on whether pursuing a lawsuit is the best course of action for the show and the audience.