Cornel West

The statement is a promotional activity related to a public figure's campaign, which does constitute engagement in public discourse as it substantively addresses public issues and policies through the context of an election campaign. The tone is positive and celebratory, the intent is to promote Yusef Salaam's candidacy and garner support, and the content includes an endorsement from Cornel West, a description of Salaam's background, and his candidacy for New York City Council.

1. Principle 1:

   I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.

   The statement does not appear to do harm with words or actions. [+1]
2. Principle 2:

   I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.

   The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others and does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+1]
3. Principle 3:

   I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.

   The statement uses words to promote understanding of Salaam's candidacy and background. [+1]
4. 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 does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]
5. Principle 5:

   I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.

   There is no indication of any mistakes to acknowledge or correct.
6. Principle 6:

   I will use my influence for the betterment of society.

   The statement uses influence to promote a candidate which could be seen as contributing to the betterment of society if one agrees with the candidate's platform. [+1]
7. Principle 7:

   I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.

   The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses the platform responsibly and with integrity. [+1]