Jake Tapper

Rank 14 of 47
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Score 89

The statement involves a public figure, Susie Wiles, and her comments on other public figures, which are part of a broader public discourse on political and social issues. The statement addresses the accuracy of a quote attributed to Wiles and involves a correction of the record, which is relevant to public discourse.

  1. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement involves a denial of a quote about another public figure's drug use, which touches on respecting privacy and dignity. However, the existence of a tape contradicting her denial could imply a violation of this principle if the original statement was indeed made. [-1]
  2. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement involves a correction of a previous denial, as the tape evidence suggests the original quote was accurate. This aligns with acknowledging and correcting mistakes, although the initial denial could be seen as a failure to uphold this principle initially. [+1]
  3. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement and its context involve the use of a public platform to address and correct public statements, which is part of responsible use of free speech. However, the initial denial and subsequent correction could reflect a lack of integrity in the initial response.