Reposted by Ayanna Pressley
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
@RepPressley
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The statement is a public endorsement of a political figure's stance against the death penalty, highlighting a specific societal issue related to racial disparities and human rights. It engages in public discourse by addressing the issue of capital punishment, a significant policy debate.
- The statement supports efforts to abolish the death penalty, which aligns with doing no harm as it promotes the cessation of a practice considered inhumane and racially biased. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the dignity of others by advocating for the end of a punishment that disproportionately affects certain racial groups. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- By supporting the abolition of the death penalty, the statement promotes understanding and compassion towards those affected by racial disparities in capital punishment. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages constructively by supporting legislative action rather than attacking individuals who may support the death penalty. [+2]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 uses influence to advocate for societal betterment by supporting significant policy change. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement responsibly uses the platform to discuss a public issue of capital punishment and racial injustice, upholding the principles of free speech with integrity. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.