Gary Marcus

Rank 33 of 47
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Score -20

The statement 'Nowadays you can just make up anything around here; no consequences.' is a critique of the spread of misinformation, specifically in response to a tweet falsely claiming that President Biden is in hospice care. The tone is critical and skeptical, aiming to highlight the lack of accountability for spreading false information.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to do no harm by calling out misinformation, which can be harmful to public discourse. [+2]
  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 and dignity of others by not engaging in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. It targets the act of spreading misinformation rather than attacking individuals personally. [+2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding by drawing attention to the issue of misinformation, though it could be more empathetic in its delivery. [+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 by addressing the issue of misinformation without resorting to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+2]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to highlight a societal issue, which is the spread of misinformation and the lack of consequences for it. [+2]
  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 and uses the platform responsibly to call out misinformation. [+2]