Matt Taibbi

Rank 36 of 47
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Score -53

The statement 'I mean, always. Comics normally are important. But a lot of good comics have become shitty politicians lately' engages in public discourse as it comments on the role of comedians in politics, a societal issue. The tone is dismissive and critical, suggesting that comedians who enter politics are not effective or competent.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement uses derogatory language ('shitty politicians') which can be considered harmful and disrespectful, thus violating the principle of striving to do no harm with words and actions. [-2]
  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 respect the dignity of comedians who have entered politics, potentially engaging in a form of cyberbullying or harassment by using derogatory language. [-2]
  3. 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 does not promote constructive criticism or dialogue. Instead, it resorts to a personal attack on comedians-turned-politicians, violating the principle of avoiding personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [-2]