Andrew Yang

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Kaitlan Collins
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Clooney: “It’s devastating to say it, but the Joe Biden I was with three weeks ago at the fund-raiser was not the Joe ‘big F-ing deal’ Biden of 2010. He wasn’t even the Joe Biden of 2020. He was the same man we all witnessed at the debate.” https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/…
7/10/2024, 6:51:46 PM
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The statement and the linked conversation constitute public discourse as they engage with a significant public issue: the suitability of Joe Biden as a presidential candidate. The tone is somewhat lighthearted but addresses a serious concern about Biden's capability and the future of the Democratic Party.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm directly, but it does imply a negative assessment of Joe Biden's current capabilities, which could be seen as harmful to his reputation. However, it is framed in a way that suggests concern for the greater good.
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the privacy and dignity of Joe Biden by not engaging in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. It is a critique based on public performance and not personal attacks.
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement aims to promote understanding and empathy by highlighting concerns about Biden's current state and suggesting the need for a new nominee for the betterment of the party and democracy.
  4. 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 constructive criticism by referencing George Clooney's opinion and does not resort to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. It focuses on Biden's public performance and capabilities.
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses the influence of George Clooney to advocate for what the author believes is the betterment of society by suggesting a new nominee for the Democratic Party.
  6. 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 the platform responsibly by engaging in a public debate about a significant political issue with integrity.