Ayanna Pressley

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Reposted by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
@RepPressley
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The power of clemency is immeasurable.

TY @POTUS & @VP for taking this action to address the harmful legacy of the War on Drugs.

We must use clemency every chance we get to end mass incarceration & set our communities on a path to healing.
https://www.reuters.com/world/us…
11/20/2024, 9:26:40 PM
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The statement advocates for clemency for cannabis offenders, aligning with Rep. Ayanna Pressley's call for action. It uses a play on words with 'PardonPeopleNotTurkeys' to emphasize the urgency and moral imperative of the issue, especially around Thanksgiving.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to do no harm and seeks to address past injustices related to cannabis offenses. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    It promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the need for clemency and addressing the harmful legacy of the War on Drugs. [+1]
  3. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to advocate for societal betterment by calling for policy change. [+1]