Reposted by Speaker Mike Johnson
The statement is critical of the Biden administration's immigration policies and the voting behavior of House Democrats, linking these to a tragic event. It expresses a viewpoint on the enforcement of immigration laws and the implications for public safety.
- The statement may cause harm by using charged language and potentially stigmatizing a group based on the actions of an individual. [-1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of the individuals involved by not revealing personal information beyond what is relevant to the public issue.Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement lacks empathy and compassion by using the term 'illegal alien,' which can be dehumanizing and inflammatory. [-1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement does not promote constructive criticism or dialogue, as it uses strong language that may shut down conversation rather than invite discussion. [-1]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 potential mistakes or complexities in the issue at hand.Principle 5:I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
- The statement uses its influence to criticize a policy, but it does so in a way that may polarize rather than inform. [-1]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds the principle of free speech but may not use the platform with the integrity and responsibility expected in public discourse, given its tone.Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.