Reposted by Rep. Ilhan Omar
The statement provides information about a legislative bill proposed by US Representative Ilhan Omar, which is intended to address the issue of unpaid school meal debt and the sustainability of school meal programs. It includes a call to action to learn more about the bill, indicating a desire to inform the public and potentially gather support for the legislation. The accompanying image shows a child at a school meal station, which visually reinforces the topic of school meals and the importance of the bill's intent to address related challenges.
- The statement does no harm and is focused on informing the public about a legislative effort to address a societal issue. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others, as it does not include any personal information or negative portrayal of individuals. [+1]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement's intent is to promote understanding of the bill and the issues it seeks to address, which aligns with promoting empathy and compassion for students who may face meal debt stigma. [+1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement invites constructive dialogue by providing information and a resource for further learning, rather than engaging in divisive rhetoric. [+1]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 make any claims that would require correction of mistakes. [+1]Principle 5:I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
- The statement uses the platform to inform about a societal issue, which could be seen as using influence for the betterment of society. [+1]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds the principles of free speech by sharing information about a legislative proposal in a responsible manner. [+1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.