Reposted by Bret Baier
The statement by Majority Leader Thune addresses a public issue concerning the confirmation and accountability of public officials, specifically in the context of the CDC chief's ouster. It suggests that RFK Jr. will be held accountable and face scrutiny in a public forum, which is a substantive engagement with public governance and oversight.
- The statement does not appear to cause harm with words or actions. It focuses on accountability and the responsibilities of public officials.Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement suggests a willingness to engage in dialogue and hold officials accountable, which aligns with constructive criticism. However, it does not provide specific details on how the questioning will be conducted, so it neither strongly aligns nor violates this principle.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 upholds the principle of free speech and uses the platform to address public accountability, which is responsible and aligns with integrity. [+1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.