Reposted by Dr. Jill Stein🌻
Butch Ware
@ButchWare
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The statement 'Butch is right we need to invest in our own people right here in this country & not in wars. #SteinWare2024' constitutes public discourse as it engages with a public issue, specifically the allocation of national resources and priorities. The statement advocates for domestic investment over military spending, which is a substantive public policy issue.
- The statement does not appear to cause harm with words and actions. It advocates for a positive shift in resource allocation, which can be seen as beneficial. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement promotes understanding and empathy by emphasizing the importance of investing in the country's own people rather than engaging in wars. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. It focuses on a policy issue rather than attacking individuals. [+1]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 influence to advocate for a societal change that could be seen as beneficial, promoting investment in domestic welfare over military expenditure. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses the platform responsibly to discuss a public policy issue. [+1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.