Matt Taibbi

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing concerns about a potential appointee's qualifications for a significant public role, specifically within the Department of Defense. It invites a discussion on the merits or drawbacks of the individual's planned policies, which is a substantive public issue.

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.

   The statement invites constructive criticism and dialogue by asking for specific objections to the planned policies, rather than engaging in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+2]