Reposted by Ayanna Pressley
The statement and accompanying image address the impact of the Hyde Amendment on access to abortion services for Medicaid recipients, particularly focusing on disabled individuals. The tone is assertive and advocates for policy change, aiming to promote reproductive equity and disability justice.
- The statement strives to do no harm by advocating for increased access to healthcare services, which can be seen as a positive action. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the challenges faced by disabled individuals in accessing abortion services. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism of the Hyde Amendment and calls for dialogue and action to address the issue, without resorting to personal attacks. [+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 its platform to advocate for societal betterment by calling for policy change to improve access to healthcare for marginalized groups. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses its platform responsibly to advocate for policy change and social justice. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.