Dean Phillips

Rank 2 of 47
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Score 289

The statement is a call to action addressed to colleagues in Congress, urging unity behind a bipartisan plan to prevent a government shutdown and advocating for the resignation of members of Congress under federal indictment. It addresses the functioning of Congress, which is a matter of public concern, and touches upon issues of integrity and accountability within government institutions.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to do no harm and promotes responsible governance. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the dignity of others by not engaging in harassment but does call out individuals by name, which could be seen as a borderline violation of privacy.
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The call for unity and responsible action suggests a desire to promote understanding and compassion for the impact of a shutdown on society. [+1]
  4. 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 engages in constructive criticism by advocating for a specific course of action without resorting to personal attacks. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to encourage a better functioning of society by preventing a government shutdown and maintaining ethical standards in Congress. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech by responsibly using the platform to address public issues with integrity. [+1]