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Criticizing Unfavorable Action

Learn about different methods to criticize unfavorable actions, why it is important to criticize, who should criticize, when to do so, and how to effectively communicate criticism. Understand the potential forms of unfavorable actions and reasons why criticism is crucial.

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Criticizing Unfavorable Action

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  1. Criticizing Unfavorable Action

  2. What is criticizing unfavorable action? • Bringing your criticism to those who are responsible • Directing it to regulators or oversight bodies • Inform the public • Stage a demonstration • Combine two or more of these methods

  3. Some Forms Unfavorable ActionMay Take • Actions that may be well-meaning are ill-conceived • An entity may put its interests before the good of the community • Uninformed public opinion may force action that harms a cause or population • A problem may be "swept under the rug"

  4. Why Criticize Unfavorable Action? • To inform • To question the assumptions behind the action • To correct false information • To clarify what's wrong with the action • To spell out what ought to be done • To garner support

  5. Who Should Criticize Unfavorable Action? • Credible sources • Those with experience and integrity • Admired people

  6. When should you Criticize Unfavorable Action? • Before it takes place • Immediately after happening (time is a factor) • When evidence becomes available • Every opportunity until the situation has turned

  7. How do you Criticize Unfavorable Action? • Do your research ahead of time • Be clear and specific • Support your arguments • Present clear alternatives • Offer to work with opponents • Assume the opponents are of good will unless you know otherwise • Use media to inform • Keep it up as long as necessary

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