The statement by @GaryMarcus constitutes public discourse as it engages substantively with issues in the field of AI, specifically addressing the distribution shift problem and its impact on the field. The tone is defensive and somewhat confrontational, aiming to assert the importance of the speaker's past contributions while responding to criticism.
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I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.The statement does not directly cause harm but could be seen as dismissive of others' contributions, which might indirectly harm the discourse.
Principle 2:
I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.The statement does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech, but it does respond to a personal attack with a defensive tone.
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I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.The statement does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion; it is more focused on self-justification.
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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 does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue; it responds to a personal attack with a defensive assertion of one's own contributions.
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I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.The statement upholds the principle of free speech but could be seen as not using the platform responsibly by engaging in a defensive and somewhat confrontational manner.