Ayanna Pressley

Rank 4 of 47
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Score 190

The statement addresses the issue of book bans in schools, arguing that such bans are harmful and should be treated as a violation of federal civil rights law. The tone is assertive and advocates for legislative action to protect access to books. The intent is to raise awareness about the issue and propose a solution through the #BooksSaveLives Act.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement strives to do no harm by advocating against book bans, which it views as harmful. [+2]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It respects the privacy and dignity of others by focusing on the issue rather than attacking individuals. [+2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the importance of access to books. [+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.
    It engages in constructive criticism of book bans and proposes a legislative solution without personal attacks. [+2]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to advocate for societal betterment by proposing the #BooksSaveLives Act. [+2]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    It upholds free speech principles by opposing book bans and advocating for access to diverse literature. [+2]