Reposted by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
The statement and accompanying image address a significant public issue: the Supreme Court's decision on emergency abortion care. The tone is critical and urgent, emphasizing the perceived failure of the Supreme Court to protect abortion rights and the ongoing struggle for these rights. The statement calls for continued advocacy and legislative action to safeguard abortion access.
- The statement aims to do no harm by advocating for what the authors believe to be essential healthcare rights, though it is critical of the Supreme Court and GOP actions. [+1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others by focusing on policy and legal decisions rather than personal attacks. [+1]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 and empathy by highlighting the challenges faced by pregnant patients in states with abortion bans. [+1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism of the Supreme Court and GOP actions, avoiding personal attacks and focusing on policy implications. [+1]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 legislative changes that the authors believe will benefit society by protecting abortion rights. [+1]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 changes. [+1]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.