Marianne Williamson

Rank 21 of 47
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Score 57
12/9/2024, 12:09:59 AM
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Kandu Andwill
@KanduAndwill
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210d
@marwilliamson It started way before that. We created Osama Bin Laden during the cold War in an effort to "fight the communists. "

Our founders didn't want us involved in foreign conflicts for good reason. Every regime we overthrow becomes an enemy within 30 years.
Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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210d
As another country falls to Islamist forces, we should remember that Islamist terrorism was sourced by one main thing: the United States invading Iraq. No generation of Americans should forget it, and every generation needs to learn it. A million Iraqis (and thousands of…

The statement engages in public discourse by discussing historical and geopolitical issues related to Iraq, Al Qaeda, and U.S. foreign policy. It challenges common narratives about the Iraq War and its connection to 9/11, contributing to a broader debate about U.S. military interventions and their consequences.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm directly, as it focuses on historical analysis rather than personal attacks.
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement attempts to promote understanding by clarifying misconceptions about Iraq's involvement in 9/11, which can foster a more informed public debate. [+1]
  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 dialogue by providing a counter-narrative to the original conversation, without resorting to personal attacks. [+1]
  4. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech by contributing to a public debate on foreign policy, using the platform to discuss historical facts and interpretations. [+1]