The statement reports on an alleged alteration of a public record by the White House, which is a matter of public concern and contributes to civic dialogue about transparency and accountability in government.
- The statement itself does not directly cause harm, but it reports on an action that could undermine public trust.Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects privacy and dignity by focusing on a public issue rather than personal attacks. [+1]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 explicitly promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, but it raises awareness about a potential issue of transparency.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 reports on a situation involving public figures and actions. [+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 does not address mistakes made by the author, but it highlights a potential mistake by a public institution.Principle 5:I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
- By reporting on a potential issue of public concern, the statement uses its influence to inform the public. [+1]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds free speech by responsibly reporting on a matter of public interest. [+1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.