Ilhan Omar

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Score 220
9/10/2024, 5:35:20 PM
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Ilhan Omar
@IlhanMN
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To those who are struggling – please know that you are not alone, and that help is available.

No one should have to suffer in silence.

If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can call or text 988 for a trained counselor who can provide support. #988Lifeline
Ilhan Omar
@IlhanMN
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127d
Trigger warning: suicide

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. More than 50,000 Americans died by suicide in 2023 — more than any year on record.

This is an urgent public health emergency.

The statement constitutes public discourse as it engages substantively with the public issue of healthcare, specifically mental healthcare, and advocates for policy changes to ensure access to treatment and medications.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement strives to do no harm by advocating for better mental healthcare, which can prevent harm to individuals struggling with mental health issues. [+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 recognizing mental healthcare as a human right and expressing a commitment to fight for access to necessary treatments. [+2]
  3. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses the speaker's influence to advocate for societal betterment by addressing the need for accessible mental healthcare. [+2]
  4. 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 discuss an important public health issue. [+2]