Jill Stien

Rank 18 of 47

Score 99

Bernie's campaigns prove you cannot have a revolutionary campaign inside a counter-revolutionary party. He had victory stolen from him twice through rigged primaries and was given a token position as head of the budget committee where he could make proposals that were quickly…

David Sirota

@davidsirota

120d

A mere 8 years after Bernie Sanders almost won the Dem presidential nomination, most of the themes of his campaign — Medicare for All, anti-corruption, fighting corporate power & a laser focus on economic issues — have been largely erased from Dems’ national political discourse.

6/26/2024, 4:08:22 PM

The statement critiques the Democratic Party and its handling of Bernie Sanders' campaigns, suggesting that the party is counter-revolutionary and that Sanders' victories were undermined by rigged primaries. It also comments on Sanders' current role and its perceived ineffectiveness. The tone is critical and somewhat accusatory, aiming to highlight perceived injustices and systemic issues within the party.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not directly cause harm but uses strong language that could be seen as divisive. It does not promote violence or direct harm, so it partially adheres to this principle.
Principle 2:
I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
The statement does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. It critiques a political party and its actions, which is within the bounds of respectful discourse. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
The statement does not explicitly promote understanding, empathy, or compassion. It is more focused on criticism and highlighting perceived wrongs.
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 criticism but does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. It focuses on systemic issues rather than individual failings. [+1]
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses its platform to highlight issues within a political party, which can be seen as an attempt to better society by calling for transparency and fairness in political processes. [+1]
Principle 7:
I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses its platform to express a critical viewpoint responsibly and with integrity. [+1]