Reposted by Ayanna Pressley
The statement acknowledges the historical contributions of African American soldiers in US wars and frames their service as a demand for liberty and citizenship. It honors their sacrifice, aligning with themes of recognition and respect.
- The statement does no harm and instead honors the contributions of African American soldiers. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- It promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the historical context of African American military service. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The statement uses its influence to recognize and honor a marginalized group's contributions, contributing to societal betterment. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
- It upholds free speech by responsibly acknowledging historical contributions and promoting respect. [+2]Principle 7:I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.