Reposted by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
The statement and accompanying image constitute public discourse as they address a significant societal issue: anti-Haitian attacks. The statement highlights the efforts of Congress members to introduce a resolution condemning such attacks, which is a substantive engagement with public policy and societal concerns.
- The statement strives to do no harm and instead aims to address and mitigate harm by condemning anti-Haitian attacks, which aligns positively with this principle. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others by focusing on a public issue rather than targeting individuals, thus adhering to this principle. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- By condemning anti-Haitian attacks, the statement promotes understanding, empathy, and compassion towards the Haitian community, aligning well with this principle. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement engages in constructive criticism of anti-Haitian sentiment and actions, without engaging in personal attacks, thus adhering to this principle. [+2]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 uses the influence of the Congress members to advocate for the betterment of society by addressing and condemning hate, which aligns positively with this principle. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses the platform responsibly to address a significant societal issue, adhering well to this principle. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.