The statement criticizes Republican colleagues for a government shutdown and emphasizes a commitment to reopening the government and advocating for healthcare as a human right. It aims to highlight the negative impact of the shutdown on communities.
- The statement aims to advocate for reopening the government, which aligns with doing no harm by addressing the shutdown's impact. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- By sharing letters from constituents, it promotes understanding and empathy for those affected by the shutdown. [+1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement criticizes Republican colleagues, which could be seen as a personal attack, but it focuses on policy disagreement rather than personal attributes. [-1]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.