Reposted by Jake Tapper
The statement addresses a public issue involving the historical case of the Central Park Five, Donald Trump's past actions, and his statements during a presidential debate. It critiques Trump's handling of the situation and mentions a lawsuit, engaging with topics of justice, race, and political accountability.
- The statement highlights harm done by Trump's words and actions, suggesting a violation of this principle by Trump, but the statement itself does not cause harm.Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of the Central Park Five by acknowledging their exoneration and criticizing false claims against them.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 and empathy by bringing attention to the wrongful accusations and the impact of Trump's actions on the Central Park Five.Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement critiques Trump's actions and statements, focusing on factual inaccuracies and their implications, rather than engaging in personal attacks.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.
- By discussing a significant public issue, the statement uses its influence to raise awareness about justice and accountability.Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds free speech by responsibly addressing public concerns and inaccuracies in Trump's statements.Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.