Reposted by Dr. Jill Stein🌻
The statement expresses concern and surprise regarding the arrest of Jill Stein and her team during a peaceful protest at Washington University. The statement highlights the nonviolent nature of the protest and implicitly questions the justification for the arrests. This engages with public issues of civil liberties, the right to protest, and potentially the broader political context of the protest.
- The statement aims to do no harm and focuses on expressing concern over perceived injustices, aligning well with the principle of doing no harm. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- It respects the dignity of the individuals involved by not disparaging anyone and focusing on the peaceful nature of the protest, supporting the principle of respecting the dignity of others. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement promotes understanding by highlighting the context of the arrest, contributing to a broader dialogue on the right to protest and civil liberties. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- It engages in constructive criticism by questioning the arrests in a non-confrontational manner, fostering dialogue rather than conflict. [+2]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 its platform to highlight a societal issue, potentially influencing public perception and contributing to civic dialogue, thus using influence for societal betterment. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.