Reposted by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
The statement and accompanying letter constitute public discourse as they address U.S. foreign policy, humanitarian issues, and legal obligations regarding military aid to Israel. The tone is assertive and seeks accountability from the Biden Administration based on U.S. law and humanitarian concerns.
- The statement aims to prevent harm by advocating for the withholding of weapons to ensure humanitarian aid reaches Gaza, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+2]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- It respects the dignity of those affected by emphasizing the need for humanitarian aid and adherence to international law, avoiding hate speech or harassment. [+2]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the humanitarian crisis and the legal obligations of the U.S. [+2]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- It engages in constructive criticism of the Biden Administration's actions, urging compliance with U.S. law without resorting to personal attacks. [+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 Congress members to advocate for policy changes that could lead to better humanitarian outcomes, aligning with societal betterment. [+2]Principle 6:I will use my influence for the betterment of society.