Reposted by Jake Tapper
The statement by JD Vance, when asked about promoting false rumors, suggests a willingness to fabricate stories to draw attention to certain issues. The tone is defensive and the intent appears to be justifying the use of false information for a perceived greater good.
- The statement violates the principle of striving to do no harm with words and actions, as promoting false rumors can cause significant harm to individuals and communities. (-2 points) [-2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement violates the principle of respecting the privacy and dignity of others, as spreading false rumors can lead to cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech against the targeted group. (-2 points) [-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 relies on falsehoods rather than fostering genuine dialogue. (-2 points) [-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 and instead justifies the use of false information, which undermines constructive discourse. (-2 points) [-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 does not use influence for the betterment of society, as spreading false information can lead to misinformation and societal harm. (-2 points) [-2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement violates the principles of free speech and responsible use of a platform, as it endorses the dissemination of false information. (-2 points) [-2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.