Michael Schellenberger

Rank 35 of 47
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Score -58

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing the environmental issue of offshore wind leases and their impact on the North Atlantic right whale, a public concern. It also touches on political dynamics between Republicans and Democrats regarding environmental issues.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly cause harm but implies that offshore wind leases are harmful to whales, which could be seen as promoting a specific viewpoint without full context.
  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 cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech, but it does use a competitive tone between political parties.
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding of a specific environmental issue but does so in a partisan manner, which may not foster empathy or compassion across political lines. [-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 does not engage in personal attacks but frames the issue in a way that could be seen as divisive rather than constructive. [-1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to highlight an environmental issue, which could be seen as beneficial, but the partisan framing may limit its positive impact.
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech and uses the platform to discuss a public issue, but the integrity of the discourse could be improved by providing more balanced information.