The statement 'You are not being a critical thinker' is part of a broader conversation about the ethics and implications of public figures potentially profiting from public service activities. This discussion involves public figures and their financial interests, which is a matter of public concern and thus constitutes public discourse. The statement itself is a critique of another participant's reasoning in the conversation.
- The statement 'You are not being a critical thinker' is a form of critique directed at another participant's reasoning. While it challenges the participant's thought process, it does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. However, it could be more constructive by providing specific reasons or evidence to support the critique, thereby promoting a more productive dialogue. [-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.