Ron DeSantis

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Reposted by Ron DeSantis

@aaron_rice75 @KatMentel A core responsibility of citizenship is to reject spoon-fed media narratives and think for yourself. The more people do this the less influence the media has. But there are some who simply accept these narratives at face value.

9/17/2025, 3:15:17 AM

The statement encourages critical thinking and skepticism towards media narratives, suggesting that individuals should not accept information at face value. It implies that media influence can be diminished if people think independently. The tone is critical of media but promotes personal responsibility in information consumption.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement promotes critical thinking, which can be seen as a way to avoid harm by not blindly accepting potentially misleading information. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
It encourages understanding and independent thought, aligning with promoting empathy and compassion through informed perspectives. [+1]
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses influence to encourage societal betterment by advocating for independent thinking. [+1]