Bill Gates

Rank 6 of 47

Score 149

The world can end this pandemic while also preventing the next. As @edyong209 shares, "such changes seem unrealistic given the relentless disappointments of the past three years, but substantial social progress always seems unfeasible until it is actually achieved."

Ed Yong isn’t really here

@edyong209

1225d

And this final pandemic piece is a distilled shot of the argument I’ve been brewing for 3 yrs. This has been soul-crushing work. We constantly forfeited the chance to do better. But that chance still exists, and we can’t afford the luxury of nihilism. 6/

https://www.theatlantic.com/heal…

9/30/2022, 11:25:26 PM

The statement reflects a commitment to addressing the ongoing pandemic and the importance of learning from it to prevent future crises. It acknowledges the challenges faced in the past years and emphasizes the possibility of progress despite those challenges. The tone is one of cautious optimism and a call to action, grounded in the reality of past disappointments but hopeful for the potential of substantial social progress.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not intend to harm with words or actions, but rather to inspire hope and action. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
It promotes understanding and compassion by acknowledging the soul-crushing work and the need for pacing to avoid burnout. [+1]
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 sharing insights from personal experiences and journalistic responsibilities. [+1]
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses influence to encourage societal betterment by highlighting the importance of not giving into nihilism and taking action to prevent future pandemics. [+1]