Reposted by Steve Scalise
The statement is a politically charged response to a claim made by Senator Chuck Schumer, attributing blame for a government shutdown and its consequences to him and Senate Democrats. It engages in public discourse by addressing a significant public issue: government shutdowns and their impact on social welfare programs.
- The statement does not strive to do no harm, as it uses accusatory language that could exacerbate political tensions. [-1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement does not engage in cyberbullying or hate speech, but it does not respect the dignity of others by attributing blame in a potentially misleading manner. [-1]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue, as it focuses on assigning blame rather than fostering understanding or resolution. [-2]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.