Gary Marcus

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Score 83
8/10/2024, 2:34:45 AM
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In reply to:
Amy Vee
@Amygdala_Vital
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@GaryMarcus At the University of Pennsylvania, Musk earned two bachelor's degrees in physics and economics in 1997. According to BestColleges, he also briefly attended a Ph. D. program in applied physics and materials science at Stanford University
Are you mad?
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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536d
Oh god. Now he thinks he is an economist.
Elon Musk
@elonmusk
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536d
The rise in prices (inflation) is caused by government overspending, which increases the amount of money faster than the increase in goods & services output.

That is the vast majority of the problem.

Inflation was particularly bad during the Covid years, as there was massive…

The statement by @Amygdala_Vital constitutes public discourse as it engages substantively with public issues, specifically economic theory and its application to real-world events like the Covid-19 pandemic. The statement critiques Elon Musk's economic perspective and educational background, contributing to a broader debate on economic policies and their implications.

  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 include a personal critique of Musk's educational background, which could be seen as dismissive.
  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 make a personal remark about Musk's education, which could be seen as disrespectful. [-1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement aims to promote understanding by pointing out the limitations of Musk's economic theory, but it does so in a somewhat dismissive tone.
  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 of Musk's economic theory but includes a personal attack on his educational background, which detracts from the constructive nature of the critique. [-1]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement does not acknowledge or correct any mistakes, as it is a critique rather than a reflection on the author's own errors.
  6. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses the author's influence to contribute to a public debate on economic theory, which can be seen as an attempt to better society by promoting a more nuanced understanding of economic issues. [+1]
  7. 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 debate, but the personal critique of Musk's education could be seen as lacking in integrity.