DON’T LET THEM GET AWAY WITH IT!™
Ripoff Report has been the voice of consumers since 1997, promoting better business practices.
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The Truth About Rip-Off Report® Founder Ed Magedson
Consider this quote which first appeared online in 2004:
“Ed Magedson of RipOffReport.com is a WANTED criminal that extorts individuals that have posted on RipOffReport.com and legitimate companies for money and he may be operating one of the biggest criminal enterprises ever created on the Internet….”
The author of these words clearly has a strong negative opinion about Ed Magedson. No question there.
But what about the facts? Are they true?
Is Ed Magedson really a “WANTED criminal”? Is the Ripoff Report a “criminal enterprise” engaged in extortion?
What’s the REAL truth behind these allegations?
With so much written about Ed Magedson, the founder of the original consumer complaint website
www.RipoffReport.com,
it can be hard to separate the facts from the fiction. Most people call him a hero, while others say he’s a criminal.
Obviously, someone is lying. So what’s the real story? Who is telling the truth?
Ripoff Report Team Members created this site to help answer that question. Our goal is to help bring the truth to YOU, the educated consumer.
We know that some people will never agree with Ed Magedson and his mission to give a voice to the consumer.
Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but as the saying goes, “you are entitled to your own opinion, but not your own facts.”
If you’re looking for facts about Ed Magedson, you’ve come to the right place. On this site you will find information about Ed’s views,
facts about his background, and details of his history as a tireless consumer advocate. We will also confront and expose many of the popular myths about Ed and the Ripoff Report®.
Our goal is NOT to change your opinion about Ed or his work. Instead, we’re here to give you the facts so you can decide for yourself
who’s telling the truth and who is not. We hope this helps to set the record straight and to present the real truth that Ed’s critics have worked so hard to conceal.
⚠ Important Notice
This website has been hacked multiple times, losing thousands of comments from both supporters and critics of Ed Magedson.
Over two dozen restorations have been made, and several hackers have since been caught and imprisoned.
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THIS IS NOT THE PLACE to bring up specific RipoffReport.com reports.
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Arizona Day Labor & Tenant Rights
Since 1993, Ed has helped immigrant families exploited by landlords and businesses. He pressures local governments to act.
NY Attorney General Cites Ed
Official documentation referencing Ed’s efforts to help protect consumers.
Day Labor Warning Flyer
This flyer is handed out to protect laborers from wage theft, threats, and unsafe housing.
Exposing Abuse by Arizona Farmers
Jose earns ~$50/week. He works sunrise to sundown. This injustice mirrors historic exploitation.
CBS Interview with Ed
“It’s no longer just buyer beware — it’s seller beware.”
Why Ed Started Ripoff Report
A response to injustice, inspired by BBB suppression of real consumer concerns.
Ripoff Report: Don’t Let Them Get Away
A platform built to protect and expose. Holding power accountable.
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08.28
Dear Editor;
Good evening!!
I wish to express my thoughts and feelings on your Website! The Bill of Rights; Specifically “Right of Speech”, gives every American, man, women, child, the Right to Speak Up and be heard! This is not a Privilege! This is Our Right!
Your Website is Truly Amazing and informs the Public how deceptive and deceitful both individuals and organizations can take advantage of the general public. As a Law Abiding Citizen, we should have a Purge Consumer Day, similar to the movie. The only difference, no fighting amongst ea. other! For example, if ABC org. refuses to refund or credit a customer, due to the organizations fault/negligence. That customer should have the right and select which employee is the causation and take whatever action is required for fair justification. Perhaps you have heard of Hammurbabis’ Code of Ethics!!
Sincerely
Capt. Doug L
If you can’t make them see the light!
Make them feel the heat!!
keep up the Great Work!!