Ayanna Pressley

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Score 318

The statement addresses a significant public health issue, specifically the maternal morbidity crisis, and highlights its disproportionate impact on Black and low-income communities. It introduces a legislative effort aimed at improving access to high-quality, culturally congruent maternal care, indicating a proactive approach to addressing the issue.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement strives to do no harm by addressing a critical health issue and proposing a solution to mitigate its impact, particularly on vulnerable populations. This aligns well with the principle. [+2]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding, empathy, and compassion by acknowledging the disparities in maternal health outcomes and advocating for culturally congruent care, which is likely to resonate with affected communities. [+2]
  3. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses the platform to advocate for legislative change aimed at the betterment of society, particularly for marginalized groups, which aligns strongly with this principle. [+2]