Reposted by Jake Tapper
The statement addresses the public issue of Austin Tice's prolonged detention in Syria and calls for action to secure his release. It highlights the bipartisan effort to urge the Biden administration to prioritize his return, thus contributing to civic dialogue on a significant human rights issue.
- The statement strives to do no harm and instead aims to bring attention to a humanitarian issue, aligning well with this principle. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of Austin Tice by focusing on his wrongful detention and the need for his release without engaging in any form of cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+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, empathy, and compassion by highlighting the plight of Austin Tice and calling for collective action to secure his release. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive dialogue by urging the Biden administration to take action, without resorting to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+2]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 the influence of the speaker to advocate for the betterment of society by calling for the release of a detained journalist and Marine veteran. [+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 responsibly and with integrity to address a significant public issue. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.