Matt Maddock
@matthewmaddock
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The statement by the legislator was fact-checked and found to be inaccurate, involving a misidentification of a basketball team as 'illegal invaders.' The use of such language can be harmful and disrespectful, and there is no evidence of acknowledgment or correction of the mistake. The statement fails to uphold the principles of doing no harm, respecting dignity, acknowledging mistakes, and using a platform responsibly.
- The statement could cause harm by spreading misinformation. [-2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The term 'illegal invaders' is dehumanizing and disrespectful. [-2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- There is no indication of acknowledgment or correction of the misinformation. [-1]Principle 5:I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
- The use of the platform in spreading misinformation was irresponsible. [-2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.