The statement by Dr. Jill Stein addresses the issue of student debt forgiveness and compares it to the financial bailouts of Wall Street, framing education as a human right. It is a critique of government policy and a call for action, thus constituting public discourse.
Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.The statement does not use harmful language but rather critiques government policy, aligning with the principle of doing no harm.
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I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.The statement promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the disparity between financial bailouts and student debt forgiveness.
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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 engages in constructive criticism of government actions without resorting to personal attacks.
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I will use my influence for the betterment of society.The statement uses influence to advocate for societal betterment by addressing student debt as a public issue.
[+2]Principle 7:
I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.The statement upholds free speech and uses the platform to responsibly discuss a significant public concern.
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