Matt Taibbi

Rank 33 of 47
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Score -35

The statement 'Oddly enough, it’s also the defining characteristic of the Democratic Party.' in response to a conversation about political strategies and legislative actions constitutes public discourse. It engages in a discussion about the characteristics and strategies of political parties, which is a matter of public concern and interest.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly cause harm but may contribute to polarization by broadly stereotyping a political group. [-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 privacy but may slightly impinge on the dignity of members of the Democratic Party by attributing a negative characteristic broadly.
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, as it generalizes negatively about a political group. [-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 a form of criticism but lacks constructiveness and veers towards a personal attack on a group rather than fostering dialogue. [-2]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence in a divisive manner rather than for the betterment of society. [-1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    While the statement uses the platform to express a political opinion, it does so in a way that may not uphold integrity by promoting division rather than informed discussion. [-1]