Gary Marcus

Rank 20 of 47
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Score 46

The statement by @GaryMarcus constitutes public discourse as it engages in a substantive discussion about the actions of startup founders in Silicon Valley, specifically addressing the issue of company sales and their impact on employees. The reply by @frabcus and the subsequent response by @tunguz also contribute to this public discourse by questioning and clarifying the motivations and outcomes of such sales.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm directly, but it does imply a negative comparison between the speaker's actions and those of other founders, which could be seen as indirectly harmful.
  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 to some extent but does engage in a form of public shaming by contrasting the speaker's actions with those of other founders. [-1]
  3. Principle 3:
    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 defensive and comparative in nature. [-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 constructive criticism by defending the speaker's actions, but it also borders on personal attacks by negatively comparing other founders' actions. [-1]
  5. 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 to engage in a public discussion, but it could be more responsible and constructive in its tone. [+1]