Reposted by Bret Baier
The statement and accompanying images discuss the dissemination of allegedly manipulated videos of President Biden, which were labeled as 'cheap fakes' by the Washington Post. The statement critiques the use of these videos to mislead the public and reinforce stereotypes about Biden's cognitive abilities. The tone is critical of the right-wing media and the Republican National Committee for spreading these videos.
- The statement strives to do no harm by calling out misinformation and attempting to correct it, which aligns with the principle of minimizing harm. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others by focusing on the actions of media outlets and political organizations rather than attacking individuals personally. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement promotes understanding and empathy by explaining how the videos are misleading and harmful, thus fostering a more informed public. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism by addressing the issue of misinformation without resorting to personal attacks, although it does use strong language to describe the actions of the media outlets and political organizations involved. [+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.
- The statement uses its platform to better society by highlighting the issue of misinformation and encouraging critical thinking among readers. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.