Reposted by Matt Taibbi
The statement is a call to action urging individuals to contact their Senators to oppose a specific legislative act, RISAA, due to a provision that the author believes is harmful. It addresses a public issue related to privacy, government surveillance, and the role of businesses in these areas.
- The statement aims to prevent potential harm that the author perceives from the legislation, aligning with the principle of doing no harm with words and actions. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects privacy and dignity by opposing a provision that could infringe on these values. [+1]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- While the statement does not explicitly promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, its intent to protect privacy can be seen as indirectly supporting these values.Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism of the legislation without personal attacks, focusing on the policy itself. [+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 uses influence to try to shape policy for what the author believes is the betterment of society. [+1]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds free speech by using the platform to express a political opinion responsibly. [+1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.