Gary Marcus

Rank 13 of 47
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Score 84

The statement 'If you don’t realize that JFK and RFK would have been mortified by this, you need to read some history.' is a response to a conversation about a controversial image and tweet. The tone is critical and implies that the person being addressed lacks historical knowledge. The statement engages in public discourse by addressing historical figures and their potential views on current events, which is a substantive engagement with public issues.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to correct a perceived misunderstanding, which can be seen as striving to do no harm. However, the critical tone may not fully align with this principle.
  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 question the knowledge of the person being addressed, 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 does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, as it is more focused on criticizing the other person's knowledge. [-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 but does so in a manner that could be perceived as a personal attack, which does not fully align with this principle. [-1]