Reposted by Bret Baier
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D.
@SenBillCassidy
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Sen. Cassidy's statement addresses a public health policy issue, specifically the recommendation for hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. The tone is critical but professional, aiming to influence public health policy by urging the acting CDC director to reconsider a decision. The statement is based on the senator's professional expertise as a liver doctor, emphasizing the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine.
- The statement strives to do no harm by advocating for a health policy that the senator believes will protect newborns from hepatitis B. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement promotes understanding by providing a rationale for the vaccine's importance, based on the senator's medical experience. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism of a policy decision without resorting to personal attacks. [+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.
- The statement uses the senator's influence to advocate for a public health measure that he believes benefits society. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds free speech principles by responsibly using the senator's platform to discuss a public health issue. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.