Michael Schellenberger

Rank 39 of 47
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Score -36

The statement criticizes California's budgetary decisions, attributing catastrophic fires to funding cuts for firefighting in favor of other priorities like migrants, homelessness, and climate initiatives. It implies a direct causal link between these decisions and the fires, which could be seen as an oversimplification of complex issues.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement could potentially cause harm by attributing blame for catastrophic events without nuanced analysis, which may not fully consider all factors involved. [-1]
  2. 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 engage in hate speech but could be seen as lacking respect for the dignity of those involved by oversimplifying their decisions. [-1]
  3. 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 engage in constructive dialogue and instead focuses on assigning blame, which may hinder understanding and empathy. [-1]