Reposted by Dr. Jill Stein🌻
Mehdi Hasan
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The statement 'I wouldn’t call it depressing' is a response to a discussion about the Israel-Gaza conflict and the political choices in the upcoming election. This statement constitutes public discourse as it engages with a significant public issue, namely the Israel-Gaza conflict and the political responses to it.
- The statement does not directly cause harm but could be seen as dismissive of the gravity of the situation, which might indirectly cause emotional harm to those affected by the conflict. [-1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion. It dismisses the emotional weight of the situation, which could be seen as lacking empathy. [-1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue. It is a brief dismissal rather than a substantive engagement with the issue. [-1]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.