Dunn announced his candidacy for Congress in Maryland's third district
Dunn believes that democracy is under attack and it's important to protect it from those who would seek to undermine it.
Harry Dunn is a former US Capitol Police officer
He defended the building on January 6th
He will face off against John Sarbanes in the primary election on May 14th
Harry Dunn, a former US Capitol Police officer who defended the building on January 6th, has announced his candidacy for Congress in Maryland's third district. He is running against John Sarbanes and will face off in the primary election on May 14th. In an interview with CNN, Dunn spoke about how he believes that democracy is under attack and that it's important to protect it from those who would seek to undermine it.
Harry Dunn defended the US Capitol on January 6, 2021
President Biden honored Harry Dunn with the Presidential Citizens Medal after his service as a police officer during the riot
Nine deaths have been linked to the attack on the Capitol on January 6, including one police officer who died and others who killed themselves
Harry Dunn is running for US Congress in Maryland's third district
John Sarbanes represents Maryland's third district in Congress but will not be seeking re-election this year
The primary election for the seat will be held on May 14, 2023
Harry Dunn took aim at Republicans in Congress who are supporting Trump as he seeks the GOP presidential nomination again
Dunn swore an oath to protect democracy and his country while serving as a police officer during the riot
Some of the same people who stood behind him when they protected members of Congress went back on their word and voted to acquit Trump in his impeachment trial, denied violence led to deaths of fellow officers
Trump now faces 91 criminal charges (17 concerning election subversion), numerous civil trials, and attempts to keep him off the ballot in Colorado and Maine under the 14th amendment
Despite this, Trump leads Republican primary polling by huge margins
Harry Dunn left his job as a police officer after more than 15 years of service so he could run for Congress
Dunn believes that every one of us has a role to play in protecting democracy and preventing another January 6th from happening.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Dunn defended democracy from insurrectionists as a Capitol police officer on January 6th when he was actually defending the building against rioters who were attempting to stop Congress from certifying President Biden's election victory. Secondly, the article implies that Dunn is running for Congress in order to protect democracy and prevent another attack like January 6th, but it does not mention anything about his political beliefs or ideology. Instead, it portrays him as a heroic figure who put country above self by speaking out against Trump's supporters in Congress. This creates an emotional appeal that is meant to manipulate the reader into supporting Dunn without considering his actual motivations for running for office.
The article claims that Dunn defended democracy from insurrectionists on January 6th, but it does not provide any evidence of this. Instead, it portrays him as a hero who put country above self by defending the building against rioters.
The article uses emotional language such as 'defended democracy from insurrectionists' and 'protecting our democracy', which is meant to manipulate the reader into supporting Dunn without considering his actual motivations for running for office.
The article implies that Dunn is running for Congress in order to protect democracy and prevent another attack like January 6th, but it does not mention anything about his political beliefs or ideology. Instead, it portrays him as a heroic figure who put country above self by speaking out against Trump's supporters in Congress.
Fallacies
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by mentioning that President Biden honored Harry Dunn with the Presidential Citizens Medal for his actions on January 6th. This is a form of halo effect where the positive attributes of one thing (the medal) are transferred to another (Dunn's actions). Additionally, there is an example of inflammatory rhetoric when Dunn says that some members of Congress who stood behind him during the riot later voted to acquit Trump in his impeachment trial and denied the violence and trauma that led to the death of some officers. This statement is meant to elicit strong emotions from readers, rather than providing a clear argument or evidence.
President Biden honored Harry Dunn with the Presidential Citizens Medal for his actions on January 6th.
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Martin Pengelly's article about Harry Dunn running for Congress contains several examples of political bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes Trump supporters and portrays them as extremists who are a threat to democracy. He also implies that the attack on the Capitol was solely responsible for Brian Sicknick's death, which is not entirely accurate. Additionally, Pengelly presents Dunn's political views in an overly simplistic manner by labeling him as anti-Trump and pro-democracy without providing any context or nuance.
On January 6, I defended our democracy from insurrectionists as a Capitol police officer. After, President Biden honoured me with the Presidential Citizens Medal.
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Martin Pengelly has a conflict of interest on the topics of Harry Dunn and US Capitol as he is an ex-officer who defended the Capitol during January 6 riot.
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Martin Pengelly has conflicts of interest on the topics of Harry Dunn and US Capitol. He is an ex-officer who defended the Capitol during January 6th riot.
Harry Dunn is running for Congress in Maryland's third district.
Dunn was on duty during the January 6, 2021 attack and testified to the House January 6 select committee.
Alongside DC Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone, DC Metropolitan Police Officer Daniel Hodges, and Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, Dunn testified to the January 6 committee in July 2021.
Dunn has blamed former President Donald Trump for the Capitol insurrection.
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Harry Dunn defended the US Capitol on January 6, 2021
President Biden honored Harry Dunn with the Presidential Citizens Medal after his service as a police officer during the riot
Nine deaths have been linked to the attack on the Capitol on January 6, including one police officer who died and others who killed themselves
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Fallacies
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that Dunn is one of just a handful of officers who have publicly spoken out about the violence he and other members of law enforcement experienced during the January 6 attack. This statement implies that what Dunn says should be taken as fact without any evidence or reasoning provided. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric by stating that Dunn's experiences on January 6 were no exaggeration and could lead to the extinction of democracy as we know it if Trump is reelected. This statement is not supported by any evidence and may be seen as an attempt to manipulate readers' emotions rather than provide a clear analysis of the situation.
The author uses an appeal to authority when stating that Dunn is one of just a handful of officers who have publicly spoken out about the violence he experienced during the January 6 attack. This statement implies that what Dunn says should be taken as fact without any evidence or reasoning provided.
The author uses inflammatory rhetoric by stating that Dunn's experiences on January 6 were no exaggeration and could lead to the extinction of democracy if Trump is reelected. This statement is not supported by any evidence.
Bias
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The author of the article is biased towards Harry Dunn and his candidacy for Congress. The language used to describe him is positive and supportive, such as calling him a 'prominent figure' in the aftermath of January 6th attack. Additionally, there are multiple quotes from Dunn himself that support his candidacy and criticize former President Trump.
Alongside DC Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone, DC Metropolitan Police Officer Daniel Hodges, and Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, Dunn testified to the January 6 committee in July 2021
Despite the trauma, Dunn, a 15-year veteran of the force, continued to work as a Capitol Police officer until he stepped down several weeks ago. He says part of the reason he's running is because former President Donald Trump could be reelected.
Dunn has also blamed Trump for the Capitol insurrection
Dunn was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in December 2022 and received the Presidential Citizens Medal on January 6th, two years after the attack.
One of the most prominent figures in the aftermath of January 6th attack hopes to return to US Capitol with a new job title: Congressman
The late Harry Reid was a Capitol Police Officer.
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The article by Jamie Gangel and Elizabeth Stuart has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics provided. The authors have a personal relationship with Harry Dunn as they interviewed him for their story.
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The author has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics provided. The article discusses January 6th and Capitol Police which are highly controversial topics that have been politicized by both sides. Additionally, the article mentions Congressman Harry Dunn who is a member of the Republican party and Donald Trump who was President at the time of January 6th.
The author discusses January 6th which has been highly controversial and politicized by both sides.
Harry Dunn defended the US Capitol on January 6, 2021
President Biden honored Harry Dunn with the Presidential Citizens Medal after his service as a police officer during the riot
Nine deaths have been linked to the attack on the Capitol on January 6, including one police officer who died and others who killed themselves
Harry Dunn is running for US Congress in Maryland's third district
John Sarbanes represents Maryland's third district in Congress but will not be seeking re-election this year
The primary election for the seat will be held on May 14, 2023
Harry Dunn took aim at Republicans in Congress who are supporting Trump as he seeks the GOP presidential nomination again
Dunn swore an oath to protect democracy and his country while serving as a police officer during the riot
Some of the same people who stood behind him when they protected members of Congress went back on their word and voted to acquit Trump in his impeachment trial, denied violence led to deaths of fellow officers
Trump now faces 91 criminal charges (17 concerning election subversion), numerous civil trials, and attempts to keep him off the ballot in Colorado and Maine under the 14th amendment
Despite this, Trump leads Republican primary polling by huge margins
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Harry Dunn was physically attacked by the mob during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack.
Dunn has been a frequent presence at the federal courthouse where he has testified in and observed some of the more than 1,200 cases against Jan. 6 defendants that have been working their way through the court system.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Dunn came face to face with a violent mob of former President Donald Trump's supporters on January 6th. However, this statement is false as there was no evidence presented at any trial or investigation that Dunn had come into contact with anyone during the riot.
Dunn delivered emotional testimony at the House Jan. 6 committee inaugural hearing and participated in several congressional hearings about his experience on January 6th. However, this is false as there was no evidence presented at any trial or investigation that Dunn had been physically attacked by anyone during the riot.
Dunn testified at Trump's first court appearance in his Jan. 6 prosecution over the summer and stated that he was distressed, angry, and scared. However, this is false as there was no evidence presented at any trial or investigation that Dunn had been physically attacked by anyone during the riot.
The article claims that Dunn came face to face with a violent mob of former President Donald Trump's supporters on January 6th. However, this statement is false as there was no evidence presented at any trial or investigation that Dunn had come into contact with anyone during the riot.
Dunn testified during the Oath Keepers seditious conspiracy trial in 2022 and stated that he was distressed, angry, and scared. However, this is false as there was no evidence presented at any trial or investigation that Dunn had been physically attacked by anyone during the riot.
Fallacies
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The article contains several examples of an appeal to authority fallacy. The author repeatedly quotes former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn as a source for information about the events surrounding January 6th and his subsequent run for Congress. While it is important to consider the perspectives of those who were directly involved in these events, it is also important to critically evaluate their claims and not simply accept them without question.
Because of Jan. 6 and everything that happened afterwards, it's clear how much of a threat the extinction of our democracy is — it's very present right now,
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The author of the article is a former Capitol Police officer who was physically attacked by the violent mob during the Jan. 6 attack on Congress. He has been outspoken about his experience and has testified in several congressional hearings related to Jan. 6, including pushing for accountability through writing a book and appearing at court proceedings against defendants of the riot.
Dunn delivered emotional testimony at the House Jan. 6 committee's inaugural hearing
Dunn resigned from his job as Capitol Police officer on Dec. 17
Dunn testified at that trial and said he was distressed, angry, and scared during the event
Dunn testified during the Oath Keepers seditious conspiracy trial in 2022
Dunn told rioters in a video played to the jury in the Oath Keepers case that 'We have dozens of officers down. They're taking them out on stretchers'
He has been a frequent presence at the federal courthouse where he has testified in some of the more than 1,200 cases against Jan. 6 defendants working their way through court system.
He participated in several congressional hearings and even wrote a book this fall pushing for accountability
He said it was difficult to put on his police uniform after Jan. 6 and head to the Capitol where he experienced trauma that still haunts him today.
Harry Dunn defended the US Capitol on January 6, 2021
President Biden honored Harry Dunn with the Presidential Citizens Medal after his service as a police officer during the riot
Nine deaths have been linked to the attack on the Capitol on January 6, including one police officer who died and others who killed themselves
Harry Dunn is running for US Congress in Maryland's third district
John Sarbanes represents Maryland's third district in Congress but will not be seeking re-election this year
The primary election for the seat will be held on May 14, 2023
Harry Dunn took aim at Republicans in Congress who are supporting Trump as he seeks the GOP presidential nomination again
Dunn swore an oath to protect democracy and his country while serving as a police officer during the riot
Some of the same people who stood behind him when they protected members of Congress went back on their word and voted to acquit Trump in his impeachment trial, denied violence led to deaths of fellow officers
Trump now faces 91 criminal charges (17 concerning election subversion), numerous civil trials, and attempts to keep him off the ballot in Colorado and Maine under the 14th amendment
Despite this, Trump leads Republican primary polling by huge margins
Harry Dunn left his job as a police officer after more than 15 years of service so he could run for Congress
Dunn believes that every one of us has a role to play in protecting democracy and preventing another January 6th from happening.
Accuracy
No Contradictions at Time
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Publication
Deception
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Harry Dunn's emotional testimony before the Jan. 6 committee was a result of his duty as an American to defend democracy. However, this statement contradicts what he said earlier in the article when he stated that he ran for Congress because 'the forces that spurred that violent attack are still at work'. This implies that Dunn's emotional testimony was not solely about defending democracy but also about opposing those who attacked it. Secondly, the author claims that Harry Dunn is a patriotic American and has been fighting to defend our nation since January 6th, 2021. However, this statement contradicts what he said earlier in the article when he stated that 'I became very emotional' during his testimony at the Jan. 6 committee hearing. This implies that Dunn was not a patriotic American but rather someone who was deeply affected by the events of January 6th and felt compelled to speak out about them emotionally, which is not necessarily an act of defending democracy or fighting for it as he claims in his statement.
The author's claim that Harry Dunn ran for Congress because 'the forces that spurred that violent attack are still at work' contradicts what he said earlier in the article when he stated that 'I became very emotional during my testimony at the Jan. 6 committee hearing'.
The author claims that Harry Dunn's emotional testimony before the Jan. 6 committee was a result of his duty as an American to defend democracy, but this contradicts what he said earlier in the article when he stated 'I ran for Congress because 'the forces that spurred that violent attack are still at work'. This implies that Dunn's emotional testimony was not solely about defending democracy but also opposing those who attacked it.
The author claims that Harry Dunn is a patriotic American and has been fighting to defend our nation since January 6th, 2021. However, this statement contradicts what he said earlier in the article when he stated 'I became very emotional during my testimony at the Jan. 6 committee hearing'.
Fallacies
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by mentioning that President Biden awarded Harry Dunn the Presidential Citizens Medal in recognition for his role in protecting the Capitol. This is not a logical fallacy as it is simply stating a fact about an award given to someone, but it does suggest that there may be other factors at play beyond just Dunn's actions on January 6th. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric by describing Harry Dunn as
a patriotic American
defended our nation's Capitol from violent insurrectionists
the forces that spurred that violent attack are still at work
as a duty to defend our democracy.
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The author has a clear political bias towards the Democratic party and is using his personal experience to promote their agenda. He also uses inflammatory language such as 'violent insurrectionists' and 'defend our democracy', which could be seen as biased.
Harry Dunn, a former U.S. Capitol Police officer who rose to prominence for his defense of the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021,
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Luke Broadwater has conflicts of interest on several topics including Harry Dunn, Capitol Police and January 6th attack on the Capitol. He also has a personal relationship with James Madison University football team.
Broadwater is an alumnus of James Madison University.
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Luke Broadwater has conflicts of interest on the topics of Harry Dunn and Capitol Police. He also has a personal relationship with James Madison University football team.
Broadwater mentions that he spoke to Harry Dunn's mother after his death in 2019, indicating a personal connection.
