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The statement engages in public discourse by addressing the societal issue of public executions and their implications on modern values and masculinity. It critiques the notion of public hangings as a form of justice and questions the association of such acts with masculine virtue.
- The statement strives to do no harm by critiquing the idea of public executions, which are inherently harmful. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement promotes understanding by providing historical context on the abolition of public executions and questioning their value. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism by challenging the idea of public hangings 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 upholds free speech by responsibly using the platform to discuss a controversial issue with integrity. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.