Gary Marcus

The statement 'it’s really not ok' is a response to a conversation about a tweet from Donald Trump accusing Kamala Harris of cheating. The conversation involves public figures and addresses a significant public issue, namely the integrity of political candidates and election processes. The tone of the statement is disapproving and suggests disagreement with the content of the original tweet.

1. Principle 1:

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

   The statement 'it’s really not ok' does not directly cause harm but expresses disapproval of the original tweet, which could be seen as harmful or misleading. It aligns with the principle of striving to do no harm by opposing potentially harmful rhetoric. [+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 and dignity of others by not engaging in personal attacks or revealing private information. It focuses on the appropriateness of the content rather than attacking individuals. [+1]
3. Principle 3:

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

   The statement promotes understanding and empathy by implicitly calling out behavior that the speaker finds unacceptable, which can foster a dialogue about appropriate conduct in public discourse. [+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 content of the original tweet rather than attacking the person who posted it. It does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]