Gary Marcus

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing the capabilities and future potential of large language models (LLMs), a topic of significant public and academic interest. The tone is somewhat confrontational, challenging prominent figures in the field to a formal debate. The intent appears to be to provoke a more rigorous and public examination of LLM capabilities.

1. Principle 1:

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

   The statement does not directly cause harm but uses a confrontational tone that could be seen as provocative rather than constructive. This could potentially lead to defensive reactions rather than open dialogue. [-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 the privacy of others but could be seen as undermining their dignity by implying they lack the courage to debate publicly. This could be perceived as a form of public shaming. [-1]
3. Principle 3:

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

   The statement promotes understanding by calling for a formal debate, which could lead to a deeper exploration of LLM capabilities. However, the confrontational tone may detract from the empathy and compassion needed for constructive dialogue.
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 by challenging others to a debate, but the personal attacks and implications of cowardice undermine the potential for a respectful and productive exchange. [-1]