Gary Marcus

The statement 'Like “automated, clueless ass-kissing” but a hair more polite?' is a response to a request for a term describing a combination of discomprehension, overconfidence, and obsequiousness in language models. This response attempts to humorously summarize the behavior described, using a metaphor that suggests excessive politeness and lack of understanding.

1. Principle 1:

   I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.

   The statement does not cause harm but uses language that could be considered slightly derogatory ('ass-kissing').
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 dignity of others in a general sense, as it does not target any specific individual but may slightly diminish the respect for the subject (language models) by using derogatory terms. [-1]
3. Principle 3:

   I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.

   The use of humor and metaphor promotes a light-hearted understanding of the issue, though it could be clearer in its intent. [+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 a form of dialogue by responding to a question, though it could be more constructive without the use of derogatory language.
5. Principle 5:

   I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.

   There is no indication of acknowledging or correcting mistakes as the statement is more about providing a descriptive term.
6. Principle 6:

   I will use my influence for the betterment of society.

   The use of humor could be seen as an attempt to lighten the discussion, which might indirectly benefit societal understanding of language model behaviors. [+1]
7. Principle 7:

   I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.

   The statement uses free speech to express an opinion in a public forum responsibly, though the choice of words could be more considerate.