Matt Taibbi

Rank 30 of 47
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Score -6

The statement provides an assessment of the performance of various professional journalists and media outlets in covering a specific incident involving a shooter. It mentions specific contributions from different sources, such as photos, interviews, and confirmations of details related to the incident.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm with words and actions. It is a factual assessment of journalistic work. [+1]
  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 others by not engaging in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. It focuses on the work of journalists rather than attacking individuals. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding by acknowledging the contributions of various journalists, which can help the public appreciate the role of the media in such situations. [+1]
  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 evaluating the performance of journalists without resorting to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to highlight the importance of professional journalism, which can contribute to the betterment of society by encouraging responsible reporting. [+1]
  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 providing a balanced assessment of journalistic work. [+1]