JK Rowling

Rank 22 of 47
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Score 31

The statement engages in a public discourse about the definition of womanhood and lesbian identity, touching on biological and social perspectives. It presents a biological definition of a woman, which can be seen as excluding trans women, thus potentially contributing to a divisive debate.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement may cause harm by excluding trans women from the definition of womanhood, which can be seen as invalidating their identity. [-2]
  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 respect the dignity of trans individuals by defining womanhood strictly biologically, potentially engaging in exclusionary rhetoric. [-2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding or empathy towards trans individuals, as it adheres to a strict biological perspective. [-2]
  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 constructively with opposing views, instead reinforcing a binary perspective on gender. [-1]