Seeing a lot of comments complaining that I didn't engage with the drama baiting questions on my Reddit AMA, instead focusing on Endgame, my chess career, training regimen, and thoughts on my future. It's time to rise above the drama and focus on performing at the highest level. There is no such thing as vengeance, only individual success!
@TheJEnglebert@Matt_Pinner I wonder if this actually true, because braids been used for centuries world wide it not one sided
The question was phase should white women be able to use braids
It be extremely strange if it exclusive to Africans
@TheJEnglebert@Matt_Pinner Even if this post is correct it dose not mean they shouldn't be allowed to use braids based on appreciation of the cultural trend, its not disrespectful it not hurting the name
Grischuk announced his support for Kramnik against the harassment targeted towards him.
Ofc, remember, right on this channel, in one of his interviews -- he has made insinuations against Gukesh.
Mixed in with the ramblings, denials, and conspiracies there is one very valid point Kranmik made today in his statement. It is extremely clear FIDE does not actually care what happened, they just want to make this go away asap. We as the chess community must hold our governing body accountable. A full third party investigation into how this harassment was allowed to go on for years, FIDE's response to it, and the lack of response by the ethics department must take place.
The entire chess world, from kids playing in afterschool clubs to Grandmasters at the highest level, must know that Chess is a safe, inclusive space where these actions will not be tolerated. We must send a sign not just for the future, but for RIGHT NOW that these actions have no place in our game. As many of you have brought up there are currently major harassment and bullying accusations still ongoing. Players must feel confident that they can report these issues to the FIDE EDC and have them handled appropriately. A self review between old friends is not that.
In order for FIDE to regain credibility and respect from it's own players major changes must be made starting at the top. I did not do enough to help Danya. We did not do enough to help Danya. But that does not mean I will sit back and watch this cycle repeat itself.