Reposted by Jake Tapper
The statement criticizes the behavior of a government official or political candidate at Arlington National Cemetery, specifically in Section 60, which is known for being the final resting place of many military personnel. The tone is serious and respectful towards the fallen soldiers, emphasizing the sanctity of the location and condemning its use for political purposes.
- The statement strives to do no harm by focusing on the respect due to fallen soldiers and the sanctity of their resting place. It does not engage in harmful rhetoric but rather calls for respectful behavior. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of the fallen soldiers and their families by condemning the use of their resting place for political purposes. It does not engage in 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 importance of respecting the final resting place of heroic Americans and the emotional significance it holds for their families. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism by addressing the behavior of the government official or political candidate without resorting to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. It focuses on the actions rather than the individual. [+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 influence to advocate for the betterment of society by calling for respectful conduct at a significant and sacred location, thereby promoting a culture of respect and honor for fallen soldiers. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.