Michael Schellenberger

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Score -142
3/4/2025, 12:49:42 PM
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Carlo Lancellotti
@_CLancellotti
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@shellenberger I could not have a lowest opinion of the European political elite, nor of the effects of US neocon foreign policies.

That does not mean I have to be uncritical of how Trump is responding, which so far is simply blowing up the little that was left standing.
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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332d
@_CLancellotti Honestly I’m really surprised by your reaction. You of all people should be immune to the blindness afflicting Europe
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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332d
@JochenBittner I’ve tried to be really nice about this for years. It hasn’t sunk in. Even, or perhaps especially, Europe’s best intellectuals remain delusional about what’s really going on here. NATO is in serious jeopardy. Americans are sick of being disrespected. We’re tired of being global…
Carlo Lancellotti
@_CLancellotti
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332d
@shellenberger You should talk to all my center-right, Meloni-voting, pro-American relatives...
Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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332d
@_CLancellotti Wow. Even you. Thank you for confirming just how delusional Europeans are about what’s happening.
Carlo Lancellotti
@_CLancellotti
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332d
I have not seen much commentary about the major damage to the US's international standing that will ensue if it becomes normal that a change of ruling party in the US means a 180-degree turn in foreign policy.

The statement engages in a discussion about international relations and political dynamics involving the US, Europe, and Ukraine. It attempts to provide context to a diplomatic incident, suggesting a misunderstanding during peace talks. The tone is somewhat defensive, aiming to justify actions taken by Trump and Vance while critiquing Zelenskyy's behavior.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement attempts to provide context and justification, which can be seen as striving to do no harm, but it also risks oversimplifying complex diplomatic interactions.
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding or empathy towards Zelenskyy, as it frames his actions negatively without exploring his perspective. [-1]
  3. 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 engages in a critique of Zelenskyy, which could be seen as a personal attack rather than constructive criticism. [-1]