According to @timnitGebru, prominent AI researcher and founder of the Distributed AI Research Institute, recent incidents of online harassment targeting journalists discussing the #TigrayGenocide highlight the growing need for responsible communication in AI advocacy and policy-making. Gebru reported sending documentation of such harassment to Congresswoman Maxine Waters, following the hiring of the individual responsible as Waters' communications lead (source: @timnitGebru, Sep 7, 2025). This situation underscores the importance of ethical leadership and transparent practices in AI-related communications, especially as AI technology increasingly intersects with political and social issues. AI organizations should prioritize robust social media governance and risk mitigation strategies to maintain public trust and avoid reputational damage.