Gary Marcus

Rank 14 of 47
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Score 83

The statement constitutes public discourse as it engages with a public figure (Elon Musk) and discusses his political stance and behavior, which are relevant to societal issues and public concerns.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement uses the term 'wingnut' to describe Elon Musk, which can be considered derogatory and harmful. This violates the principle of striving to do no harm with words and actions. [-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 does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech, but it does border on disrespect by using a derogatory term. It partially violates the principle of respecting the privacy and dignity of others. [-1]
  3. 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 does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue. Instead, it resorts to a personal attack by calling Musk a 'wingnut' and comparing him to Howard Hughes in a negative light. This violates the principle of engaging in constructive criticism and avoiding personal attacks. [-2]
  4. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement does not uphold the principles of free speech responsibly and with integrity, as it uses derogatory language and does not contribute constructively to the discourse. [-1]