Reposted by Bret Baier
The statement involves a public figure discussing another political figure's speech and its implications. The tone appears defensive and suggests a power dynamic, implying that approval or cooperation is contingent on respect. This touches on public discourse as it involves political relationships and governance.
- The statement does not strive to do no harm, as it implies a threat of withholding approval based on personal feelings, which could be seen as coercive. [-1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement does not respect the dignity of others, as it suggests that respect is conditional and implies a hierarchical power dynamic. [-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 personal feelings rather than addressing specific issues or policies. [-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.