Reposted by Dr. Jill Stein🌻
The statement by Pope Francis addresses a serious and ongoing public issue, namely the conflict in Gaza, and the impact on civilians. It expresses concern over the violence and loss of life, specifically mentioning the killing of unarmed civilians, and labels these actions as terrorism. The statement is intended to raise awareness and possibly prompt action or reflection on the situation.
- The statement aims to highlight harm being done to civilians, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm by raising awareness of the issue. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the dignity of the victims by acknowledging their suffering and does not engage in hate speech. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- By drawing attention to the plight of civilians, the statement promotes empathy and compassion for those affected by the conflict. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement does not engage in personal attacks but rather criticizes actions, which aligns with engaging in constructive criticism. [+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.
- Pope Francis uses his influence to bring attention to a humanitarian issue, aiming for the betterment of society by advocating for peace and justice. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds free speech by responsibly using the platform to address a significant public concern. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.