Cornel West

Rank 9 of 47
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Score 118

The statement is a mix of personal sentiment and social critique. It begins with an expression of relief and well-wishing for an individual's health, then transitions into a critique of systemic issues related to healthcare access. The use of the term 'slave states' is a provocative metaphor intended to draw a parallel between historical injustices and contemporary policies or practices the speaker finds objectionable.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm with its words but uses strong language to make a point. [+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 the individual by not disclosing sensitive details about the medical procedure. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+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 promotes understanding of the speaker's perspective on healthcare access and invokes empathy for the individual's situation. [+1]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement does not include a personal attack or ad hominem argument, but it does engage in constructive criticism of systemic issues. [+1]
  6. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    There is no indication of a mistake that needs to be acknowledged or corrected.
  7. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement uses the speaker's platform to address societal issues and does so with integrity, although the metaphor used is strong and could be polarizing.