Reposted by Ilhan Omar
The statement by Jamaal Bowman addresses a public issue, specifically the accusation of Islamophobia against his opponent, and expresses his commitment to inclusivity and representation of diverse communities. The tone is defensive and aims to highlight a contrast between his values and those of his opponent.
- The statement strives to do no harm by promoting inclusivity and condemning Islamophobia, which aligns with the principle. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the dignity of Muslim and Arab communities by explicitly expressing love and support for them, which aligns with the principle. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement promotes understanding, empathy, and compassion by emphasizing love for all communities, which aligns with the principle. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism by highlighting a specific issue (Islamophobia) without resorting to personal attacks, which aligns with the principle. [+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 the speaker's influence to advocate for the betterment of society by promoting inclusivity and fighting against discrimination, which aligns with the principle. [+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 address a significant societal issue, which aligns with the principle. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.