Cornel West

Rank 8 of 47
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Score 114

The statement refers to a political opinion piece by Cornel West, a public intellectual known for his commentary on social and political issues. The content suggests a critique of Harvard students' stance on Israel, indicating a substantive engagement with a public issue related to international relations and campus politics. The mention of 'lacking nuance' implies a call for a more detailed or balanced perspective. Additionally, the reference to Larry Summers suggests a personal element to the discourse, potentially related to past disagreements or conflicts.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement implies a critique without harmful language. [+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 does not appear to violate privacy or dignity, nor does it engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The call for nuance suggests a desire for deeper understanding, which aligns with promoting empathy and compassion. [+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 itself does not engage in personal attacks, but the reference to a 'one-time nemesis' could be seen as bordering on personal rather than purely constructive criticism.
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to prompt a more nuanced discussion, which could be seen as contributing to societal betterment. [+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 principles and appears to use the platform responsibly, although the full content of the linked article would need to be assessed for a complete evaluation. [+1]