The statement in question is part of a public discourse as it engages in a discussion about political campaign strategies and the inclusion of a candidate in a major televised debate. The statement asserts that the Stein campaign/Green Party is close to securing enough electoral college votes and questions whether a major news network will include their candidate in an upcoming presidential debate.
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I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.The statement aims to inform and possibly correct what they perceive as an oversight or exclusion in the debate process, which aligns with the principle of doing no harm.
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I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.It respects the dignity of others by maintaining a focus on the qualifications and achievements of the campaign rather than attacking other entities.
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I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.The statement promotes understanding by highlighting the campaign's progress and questioning the criteria for debate inclusion.
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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.It engages in constructive dialogue by raising a question about debate inclusion criteria, which could lead to further discussion on this topic.
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I will use my influence for the betterment of society.The use of the platform here is to advocate for the inclusion of a candidate, which could be seen as using influence for the betterment of society by encouraging a more inclusive democratic process.
Ā [+1]Principle 7:
I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.The statement responsibly uses the platform to discuss relevant electoral processes and qualifications, aligning with the principle of integrity in public discourse.
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