Robert Costa

Rank 12 of 47
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Score 110

The statement discusses a significant event related to a public figure, specifically Donald Trump, and his campaign's reaction to a crisis moment. It involves a testimony by Michael Cohen about the events of October 8, 2016, which were publicly impactful and relate to political and ethical considerations. The content is focused on describing the situation within the campaign during a tumultuous time, providing insight into the internal dynamics and responses to a public controversy.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement reports on a factual event without intent to harm, focusing on describing the situation rather than causing additional harm. [+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 to the extent that it discusses public figures in the context of their public roles and actions without delving into personal details not relevant to their public activities. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement itself does not explicitly promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, but it does provide information that could lead to a better understanding of the political process and the pressures within a campaign.
  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 reporting facts from a testimony and does not include personal attacks or ad hominem arguments, maintaining a focus on the events. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its influence to inform and contribute to public knowledge about significant political events, which could be seen as bettering society by promoting informed citizenship. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement uses the platform responsibly, reporting on a significant issue related to public governance and ethical considerations in politics. [+1]