The human rights professor then claimed that she is not calling for doxxing. However, the publicization of a concealed person’s identity is the very definition of doxxing. Cronin-Furman furthermore stated that “social shame” may persuade Border Patrol agents to stop doing their jobs. Despite this writer’s claim that she is not calling for doxxing, that is precisely what she is calling for.
Why is Doxxing Border Patrol Agents Problematic?
There are many reasons why doxxing officials at the Southern border is problematic. First and foremost, numerous people believe that attacking those who differ from them politically is morally justifiable. “Social shame” and releasing the names of CBP agents would inherently put them at risk.
The families of these agents may also be put in harm’s way if Cronin-Furman’s words came to fruition. This is why so many people take issues with her advocacy for doxxing Border Patrol agents.
The New York Times is also facing criticism for publishing this writer’s piece.
