Cornel West

Rank 8 of 47
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Score 117

The statement is a commemorative message that honors the memory of Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley. It addresses the historical context of racial violence and promotes the remembrance of individuals who have been victims of such injustices. The tone is one of reverence and calls for remembrance and reflection on past atrocities.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does no harm and instead seeks to honor the memory of a victim of racial violence. [+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 dignity of Emmett Till and his mother, and does not infringe on privacy. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding and empathy for the victims of racial violence. [+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.
    While not engaging directly in dialogue, the statement sets a tone that could foster constructive conversation about racial violence and its historical context. [+1]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement does not present an opportunity for acknowledging or correcting mistakes.
  6. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to remember a significant figure in a way that could contribute to societal betterment. [+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 responsibly, using the platform to discuss historical and societal issues with integrity. [+1]