Michael Schellenberger

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1/17/2025, 3:39:16 AM
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Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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Many say that the catastrophic fires ravaging Los Angeles weren’t the fault of Governor Gavin Newsom and LA Mayor Karen Bass. Fires are inevitable in Los Angeles, and the water ran out because no water system could withstand that many fires simultaneously, they add.

But LA…
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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DEI didn't hurt the LA Fire Department's response to the catastrophic fires, say the media. But anything that trumps meritocratic standards would. And now, whistleblowers within LAFD say the Department lowered standards on ladders, hoses & push-ups to meet DEI quotas for women.

The statement is a response to a discussion about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the Los Angeles Fire Department and its impact on firefighting standards. The tone is defensive and aims to challenge assumptions about the capabilities of a paraplegic firefighter. It highlights the importance of not underestimating individuals based on physical abilities and suggests that merit and capability are not solely defined by traditional physical standards.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement challenges stereotypes and promotes the idea that physical disability does not equate to incapability, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    By addressing misconceptions about physical ability, the statement respects the dignity of individuals with disabilities. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the capabilities of a paraplegic firefighter. [+1]
  4. 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 constructive dialogue by addressing and refuting assumptions about physical ability in a professional context. [+1]