The statement criticizes John Brennan for allegedly making unfounded accusations against individuals, labeling them as disloyal or biased towards foreign powers. It also criticizes reporters who take Brennan seriously, suggesting they should be ashamed. The tone is accusatory and confrontational, focusing on the perceived misconduct of Brennan and the media.
- The statement does not strive to do no harm, as it uses strong language like 'smear' and 'ashamed,' which could be considered harmful or inflammatory. [-1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement does not respect the dignity of others, as it accuses Brennan of concocting cases and shames reporters, which could be seen as a form of public shaming or harassment. [-1]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 constructive criticism or dialogue, as it uses personal attacks and does not provide evidence or engage in a reasoned argument. [-2]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.