Lex Fridman

Rank 21 of 47
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Score 58
2/2/2024, 4:33:21 AM
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In reply to:
Elon Musk
@elonmusk
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601d
When you hear the names of legislation or anything done by the government, it is worth remembering that the group that sent so many people to the guillotine during the French Revolution was called “The Committee of Public Safety”, not the “Cut Off Their Heads Committee”…

The statement is a sarcastic comment on government transparency and the framing of policies, engaging with public discourse on government actions.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not intend harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It respects the privacy and dignity of others. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The sarcastic tone does not actively promote understanding but does not violate the principle.
  4. 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.
    It provides criticism without personal attacks. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    It encourages critical thinking about government practices. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    It upholds free speech with a responsible use of the platform. [+1]