Marianne Williamson

The statement constitutes public discourse as it engages with public issues, specifically the state of political discourse and the need for both internal and external change in society. The tone is reflective and calls for a deeper, more empathetic approach to politics, referencing Martin Luther King Jr. to emphasize the need for both quantitative and qualitative changes.

1. Principle 1:

   I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.

   The statement strives to do no harm with words and actions by promoting a reflective and empathetic approach to political discourse. [+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 and 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, empathy, and compassion by calling for qualitative shifts in our souls and criticizing the shallowness and mean-spiritedness in politics. [+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 dialogue and does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+2]
5. Principle 6:

   I will use my influence for the betterment of society.

   The statement uses its influence for the betterment of society by advocating for a more thoughtful and empathetic political discourse. [+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 and with integrity. [+2]