Marianne Williamson

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Score 57
12/28/2024, 9:10:19 PM
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Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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191d
Now it’s our turn; our time is no different. Today’s blockage isn’t a specific unjust institution, but rather an unjust economic paradigm that uses the bludgeon of corporate profit to essentially subjugate the majority of Americans. /6
Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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191d
That is the moral and prophetic vision that should guide us: the eternal quest for freedom in the face of those who would prey upon the many to secure resources for the few. /5
Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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191d
Every generation has embodied the struggle between those who love the possibilities of freedom and will do anything to protect it, versus those who find such freedom inconvenient to their financial and/or ideological purposes and will do anything to block it. /4
Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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191d
Thus something beautiful was done and something evil was exposed. For 41 of the 56 signers of the Declaration were slave owners, embodying the essential struggle that has been the story of the U.S. from our very beginning. /3
Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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191d
The signers audaciously posited that all men are created equal and that all have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. That ideal was profoundly revolutionary; a step forward for humanity spiritually and morally as well as politically. /2
Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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191d
In 1776, 56 brave men signed the Declaration of Independence. If the British had won the war, they would’ve all been hanged as traitors against the king of England. /1

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing historical and contemporary societal issues, emphasizing the importance of aligning with historical problem-solvers to tackle current injustices. It encourages reflection on past movements to inspire present action against economic inequality.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does no harm and instead encourages positive identification with historical figures who fought for justice. [+2]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    It promotes understanding and empathy by highlighting the efforts of historical problem-solvers and suggesting their relevance today. [+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 constructively with the ongoing conversation, focusing on systemic issues rather than personal attacks. [+2]
  4. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    It uses influence to inspire societal betterment by drawing parallels between past and present struggles for justice. [+2]
  5. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech principles by responsibly contributing to a civic dialogue on historical and current issues. [+2]