The statement and linked content engage in public discourse by addressing the issue of political system reform in the United States. The statement highlights a perceived discrepancy between Congressional approval ratings and re-election rates, suggesting systemic flaws. The linked TED Talk by Andrew Yang proposes specific reforms, such as ranked-choice voting, to address these issues.
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I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.The statement and content aim to inform and engage the public on critical issues without causing harm, aligning well with the principle of doing no harm with words and actions.
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I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.The content respects the dignity of others by focusing on systemic issues rather than personal attacks, supporting the principle of respecting the privacy and dignity of others.
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I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.By proposing solutions to political system issues, the statement promotes understanding and compassion, aligning with the principle of using words and actions to promote these qualities.
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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 content invites constructive criticism and dialogue about political reform, adhering to the principle of engaging in constructive dialogue.
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I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.The speaker acknowledges systemic flaws and proposes corrections, which aligns with the principle of acknowledging and correcting mistakes.
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I will use my influence for the betterment of society.The use of a public platform like TED to discuss political reform demonstrates an effort to use influence for societal betterment, supporting the principle of using influence for the betterment of society.
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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 principles by using the platform responsibly to discuss public issues, aligning with the principle of responsible and integrity-driven use of platforms.
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