The statement 'SHUT IT DOWN' in response to the Cato Institute's event announcement constitutes public discourse as it engages with a public issue regarding the role and power of the federal government. The tone is assertive and dismissive, suggesting a strong opposition to the event or the ideas it represents.
- The statement does not strive to do no harm, as it is dismissive and does not promote constructive dialogue. [-2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement does not respect the privacy and dignity of others, as it dismisses the event and its participants without engaging in a respectful manner. [-2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, as it shuts down the conversation rather than engaging with it. [-2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue, as it simply calls for the event to be shut down without providing any substantive critique or reasoning. [-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.