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Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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The statement criticizes Germany's decision to block a mayoral candidate, suggesting it violates democratic principles and NATO's Charter. It implies misuse of power by linking the decision to trivial reasons, such as the candidate's praise for 'Lord of the Rings.' The tone is critical and suggests a breach of democratic norms.
- The statement aims to highlight a perceived injustice, aligning with the principle of doing no harm by advocating for democratic integrity. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- It respects privacy but could be seen as indirectly accusing German authorities of misconduct, which may not fully respect their dignity. [-1]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement promotes understanding of potential democratic issues, encouraging scrutiny of political processes. [+1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- It engages in constructive criticism of the German political system, though it could be seen as an attack if the claims are unfounded.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.