Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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NY Public Library
@nypl
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SO BASICALLY PUBLIC LIBRARIES ARE JUST 0.4% OF THE NEW YORK CITY BUDGET, BUT THE MAYOR IS TRYING TO CUT THE LIBRARY'S BUDGET WAY BACK. I’M TALKING $58.3 MILLION! LIBRARIES ARE ALREADY CLOSED ON SUNDAYS BECAUSE OF PREVIOUS CUTS AND MOST BRANCHES WILL BE OPEN FOR JUST FIVE DAYS A…
6/19/2024, 4:12:46 PM
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The statement 'DEFEND THE NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY @nypl' and the accompanying conversation about budget cuts to the New York Public Library constitute public discourse. The statement and conversation address a public issue concerning the funding of public libraries, which is a matter of public concern. The image included appears to be a meme, likely used to emphasize the urgency or frustration regarding the budget cuts.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement and conversation strive to do no harm and aim to protect a public institution, which aligns with the principle of doing no harm. [+2]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others, as it does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement uses words to promote understanding and empathy for the importance of public libraries, aligning with the principle of promoting understanding, empathy, and compassion. [+2]
  4. 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 engages in constructive criticism of the mayor's budget cuts without engaging in personal attacks, aligning with the principle of constructive criticism and dialogue. [+2]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its influence to advocate for the betterment of society by defending public libraries, aligning with the principle of using influence for societal betterment. [+2]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses the platform responsibly to address a public issue, aligning with the principle of responsible use of free speech. [+2]