The statement in question is part of a conversation thread on social media discussing the issue of 'shadow banning' on social media platforms. The original topic initiated by Marianne Williamson about positive visualization in public discourse transitions into a discussion about visibility of certain public figures' posts on social media. The specific statement, 'It's nothing new. Been a while.' is a response to the mention of shadow banning, indicating that this issue has been ongoing and is recognized by the user. This conversation touches upon the broader public issue of transparency and fairness in social media algorithms, which affects how public discourse is conducted online.
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I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.The statement does no harm as it merely acknowledges an ongoing issue without negative implications.
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I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.The statement respects privacy and dignity, not engaging in any form of harassment or derogatory comments.
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I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.The statement lacks a direct promotion of understanding, empathy, or compassion, as it does not elaborate on the implications or solutions to the issue of shadow banning.
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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 dialogue by contributing to a discussion, though it does not offer constructive criticism or a solution.
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I will use my influence for the betterment of society.The statement does not explicitly use influence for societal betterment, but it does contribute to awareness of an issue affecting public discourse.
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I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.The statement upholds free speech by participating in a discussion about social media practices, though it could have used the platform to advocate more strongly for transparency and fairness.
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