Reposted by Dr. Jill Stein🌻
The statement criticizes The New York Times for not covering significant events involving violence and displacement in Israel and Palestine, while instead focusing on lighter or less critical topics. The tone is accusatory and suggests a bias or misalignment in media priorities.
- The statement aims to highlight perceived negligence in reporting on serious issues, which can be seen as striving to do no harm by advocating for awareness of important events. However, the accusatory tone could be seen as potentially harmful to the reputation of the media outlet. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech, but it does criticize the media outlet's choices, which is a form of public accountability rather than a violation of privacy or dignity. [+1]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- By calling attention to serious issues, the statement promotes understanding and empathy for the victims of violence and displacement. However, the sarcastic tone when mentioning the 'important stuff' covered by the NYT could detract from this goal. [+1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in criticism of the media outlet's editorial choices. While it does not engage in personal attacks, the tone is not entirely constructive and could be more balanced to foster dialogue. [-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 advocate for better media coverage of significant issues, which aligns with using influence for the betterment of society. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses the platform to call for responsible journalism, though the tone could be more respectful to maintain integrity. [+1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.