Ayanna Pressley

Rank 2 of 47
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Score 274

The statement constitutes public discourse as it engages with a significant public issue, namely the death penalty, and calls for its abolition. The tone is critical and urgent, aiming to provoke thought and action against what the speaker perceives as an unjust practice.

  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 the death penalty, which the speaker 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.
    The statement respects the dignity of others by opposing what it considers a dehumanizing practice. [+2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes empathy and compassion by highlighting the perceived cruelty and racism of the death penalty. [+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 does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments but focuses on the issue at hand. [+1]
  5. 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 calling for the abolition of the death penalty. [+2]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech principles and uses the platform responsibly to address a significant public issue. [+2]