The statement is a response to a protest against a new interim president at a university, suggesting that causing 'spasms' among 'leftist faculty' is a positive indicator of the president's potential performance. The tone is dismissive and partisan, implying that opposition from certain groups is inherently a sign of success.
- The statement does not strive to do no harm, as it dismisses the concerns of faculty and students, potentially exacerbating divisions. [-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 labels faculty with a derogatory term and dismisses their concerns. [-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 promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, as it mocks the concerns of a group rather than engaging with them constructively. [-1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue, as it uses a dismissive tone and labels rather than addressing the issues raised by the protest. [-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.