Michael Schellenberger

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Score -137
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@RapidResponse47
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.@VP: "There was a lack of respect, there was a certain sense of entitlement ... [Zelenskyy] showed a clear unwillingness to engage in the PEACE process that President Trump has said is the policy of the American people and their president. That's the real breakdown."
3/4/2025, 12:32:07 PM
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Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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@JochenBittner There are a lot of people in these replies saying “oh but the Budapest Memorandum of 1994…”

Do you really think Americans are going to say, “Oh! The Budapest Memorandum of 1994! Yes, that changes everything! Now we are happy to risk nuclear war with Russia in order to defend…
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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@JochenBittner Thank you. As I said, most of us care very much about Germany and Europe. We respect our obligations. But it is hard to maintain obligations to those who clearly don’t respect and might even hate you.
Jochen Bittner
@JochenBittner
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Das ist mal das, was Douglas Adams eine "Point of View Gun" nannte.
Es tut weh. Aber man muss es sich geben, um die andere Seite besser zu verstehen.
Natürlich kann man jetzt einwenden, dass die USA sich im Budapester Memorandum 1994 dazu verpflichtet haben, die Souveränität der…
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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Healthy relationships depend on mutual respect. Ukraine and Europe don't respect us; they look down on us. America never had any obligation to protect Ukraine. And now we're asking why we should continue to spend our money, and put our lives on the line, to protect Europe.

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing international relations, specifically the dynamics within NATO and perceptions of respect between the U.S. and Europe. The tone is critical and expresses frustration with European intellectuals and perceived disrespect towards Americans.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement expresses frustration and criticism, which could be seen as potentially harmful if it exacerbates tensions. [-1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It does not engage in direct harassment or hate speech, but the tone is dismissive and could be seen as disrespectful. [-1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement lacks empathy and understanding, focusing more on criticism than constructive dialogue. [-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 lacks constructive criticism and dialogue. [-1]