Reposted by Dr. Jill Stein🌻
The statement is highly critical of certain political figures and supportive of others, focusing on the issue of U.S. military aid to Israel and the conflict in Gaza. It uses strong language and makes specific accusations against public figures while promoting a political campaign and rally. The tone is confrontational and divisive, aiming to mobilize support for a particular cause and political candidate.
- The statement uses strong and potentially inflammatory language ('beat the war drums,' 'bent the knee to warmongers,' 'genocidal war') which could contribute to harm by escalating tensions and polarizing opinions. This violates 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 privacy and dignity of the individuals it criticizes, engaging in personal attacks rather than focusing solely on their policies or actions. This violates 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 promotes a specific viewpoint and political campaign, but it does so in a way that is more likely to deepen divisions rather than promote understanding, empathy, and compassion. This partially violates the principle of using words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion. [-1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in personal attacks and ad hominem arguments against specific political figures, rather than constructive criticism and dialogue. This violates the principle of engaging in constructive criticism and dialogue without personal attacks. [-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 its platform to advocate for a political cause and candidate, which aligns with the principle of using influence for the betterment of society. However, the confrontational tone may undermine this positive aspect. [+1]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement exercises free speech but does so in a manner that could be seen as irresponsible due to its inflammatory language and personal attacks. This partially violates the principle of upholding free speech responsibly and with integrity. [-1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.