Ilhan Omar

Rank 6 of 47
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Score 166

The statement critiques the allocation of funds in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), highlighting the disparity between military spending and funding for social programs. It engages in public discourse by addressing issues of national budget priorities and military expenditure.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not use harmful language and focuses on critiquing policy rather than individuals, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding by providing a comparison of military spending to social program funding, fostering awareness of budget priorities. [+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 in constructive criticism of the NDAA without resorting to personal attacks, aligning with the principle of constructive dialogue. [+2]
  4. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    By highlighting budgetary concerns, the statement uses influence to advocate for societal betterment, aligning with this principle. [+2]
  5. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement responsibly uses free speech to discuss public policy issues, aligning with this principle. [+1]