The statement engages in public discourse by addressing the topic of national defense spending, which is a significant public issue related to government budget allocation and fiscal policy.
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I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.The statement does not use harmful language and simply presents a fact about defense spending.
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I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.The statement does not explicitly promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, but it does contribute to the discussion by providing factual information.
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 engages in dialogue by responding to a previous comment, but it does not include personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
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I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.The statement upholds free speech by contributing factual information to the discussion responsibly.
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