Reposted by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
The statement by Benny Polatseck, a staffer in Mayor Adams' office, responds to a tweet by Gwynne Hogan, who reports being blocked inside a building by the NYPD during a protest. Polatseck's tweet, 'You shouldn’t have been there in the first place,' suggests that Hogan, or those in the situation described, bear responsibility for their predicament. This statement engages in public discourse as it addresses issues related to public safety, law enforcement conduct, and the rights of individuals during protests.
- The statement potentially harms the individuals involved or affected by the protest by dismissing their presence and possibly their concerns, rather than addressing the situation constructively. [-2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement lacks respect for the dignity of the reporter and others stuck in the building, as it implies fault without considering the context of their presence. [-2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement does not promote understanding or empathy towards those involved in the protest or the reporter. [-1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- There is no evidence of engagement in constructive criticism or dialogue; the statement dismisses the concerns of those involved rather than exploring the reasons behind their presence or the actions of the NYPD. [-2]Principle 4:I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
- The statement does not acknowledge any broader issues or mistakes that might be involved in the handling of the protest by the NYPD. [-1]Principle 5:I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
- The statement does not use influence responsibly to better society but rather may contribute to polarization by dismissing concerns related to public protests and law enforcement. [-2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement does not uphold the principles of free speech in a responsible manner, as it could discourage reporting or expression of concerns about public safety and law enforcement. [-1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.