Reposted by Dr. Jill Stein🌻
The statement constitutes public discourse as it engages with a public issue, specifically the Democratic National Committee's (DNC) decision regarding Palestinian representation at a convention. The tone is highly critical and emotionally charged, using strong language to express disapproval.
- The statement uses harsh language ('bottom of the barrel garbage,' 'Pure trash Genociders') which can be considered harmful and inflammatory, violating the principle of striving to do no harm with words and actions. [-2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement does not respect the dignity of others, as it engages in name-calling and potentially defamatory language ('Pure trash Genociders'), violating the principle of respecting the privacy and dignity of others. [-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. Instead, it uses derogatory language that could polarize and inflame tensions, violating the principle of promoting understanding, empathy, and compassion. [-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. It resorts to personal attacks and ad hominem arguments ('bottom of the barrel garbage,' 'Pure trash Genociders'), violating the principle of engaging in constructive criticism and dialogue. [-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.
- While the statement exercises free speech, it does so irresponsibly by using inflammatory and derogatory language, violating the principle of using one's platform responsibly and with integrity. [-2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.