Reposted by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
The statement is a public discourse as it substantively addresses a public issue, specifically the advocacy for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians. It involves lawmakers and advocates discussing policy and humanitarian actions, which are central to civic dialogue and societal concerns.
- The statement aims to do no harm and focuses on supporting a vulnerable group, aligning with the principle of doing no harm with words. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the dignity of Haitians and does not infringe on privacy, adhering to the principle of respecting privacy and dignity. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- By advocating for humanitarian actions, the statement promotes understanding and compassion towards Haitian immigrants. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement is part of a constructive dialogue about policy, without any personal attacks, aligning with engaging in constructive criticism and dialogue. [+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 use of influence by lawmakers to advocate for humanitarian actions for Haitians aligns with using influence for the betterment of society. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement responsibly uses the platform of a public announcement to discuss important policy issues, upholding the principles of free speech and responsible platform use. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.