Ayanna Pressley

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Score 289

The statement addresses the issue of book bans, a significant public concern related to freedom of expression and access to information. It calls for legislative action and promotes awareness through a specific event, #BannedBooksWeek. The tone is urgent and advocacy-oriented, aiming to mobilize public support and legislative change.

  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 the availability of diverse literature, which can be seen as a positive action. [+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 emphasizing the importance of everyone seeing themselves reflected in literature. [+2]
  3. 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 criticism by addressing the issue of book bans and calling for legislative action without resorting to personal attacks. [+2]
  4. 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 pushing for the Books Save Lives Act. [+2]
  5. 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 by opposing book bans and using the platform responsibly to advocate for legislative change. [+2]