Cornel West

Rank 10 of 47
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Score 123

The statement is a critique of RFK Jr.'s defense of wiretapping Martin Luther King Jr., which is a historical and public issue. The tone is strong and disapproving, the intent is to correct a perceived misrepresentation of history, and the content addresses the issue of government surveillance and repression of civil rights movements.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to do no harm but is forceful in condemning past actions that were harmful. [+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 Martin Luther King Jr. and criticizes actions that invaded his privacy. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding of the historical context and empathy for the victims of COINTELPRO. [+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 of RFK Jr.'s position without personal attacks. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to correct historical narratives for the betterment of society. [+1]