Reposted by Rep. Ilhan Omar
The statement is a substantive engagement with a public issue, specifically addressing legislative efforts to end subsidies for the oil, gas, and coal industries. It highlights the support of over 300 organizations for the 'End Polluter Welfare Act' introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ilhan Omar.
- The statement does not use harmful language and aims to inform the public about a legislative proposal, thus adhering to the principle of doing no harm. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement promotes understanding and awareness of the legislative proposal and its broad support, fostering empathy and compassion for environmental and consumer protection causes. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. It focuses on the legislative proposal and its support, thus adhering to 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.
- By promoting a legislative proposal aimed at ending subsidies to polluting industries, the statement uses its influence for the betterment of society. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses the platform responsibly to inform the public about a significant legislative effort. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.