Gary Marcus

Rank 11 of 47
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Score 122

The statement 'Trillion-dollar Neom project scaled back. Lesson: Generating press for trillion dollar projects is easy; making them work is hard.' is a commentary on the challenges of implementing large-scale projects, specifically referencing the Neom project in Saudi Arabia. It constitutes public discourse as it engages with the issue of economic diversification and the practicalities of ambitious development projects, which are matters of public concern and policy.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not intend to harm but to highlight a lesson from the scaling back of a project. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects privacy and dignity, with no indication of cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement indirectly promotes understanding by pointing out the difference between hype and execution. [+1]
  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.
    The statement engages in constructive criticism without personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its influence to impart a lesson, which could be seen as contributing to the betterment of society by tempering expectations with realism. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds the principles of free speech responsibly, contributing to a discussion on economic projects and their feasibility. [+1]