Gary Marcus

Rank 11 of 47
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Score 83

The statement and the conversation it refers to engage in public discourse by discussing the integrity of social media platforms, misinformation, and potential foreign influence in public communication. The tone is critical and somewhat accusatory, focusing on the perceived failures of the platform and the alleged foreign funding of a user spreading misinformation.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement and conversation aim to highlight issues of misinformation and foreign influence, which can be seen as striving to do no harm by raising awareness. However, the accusatory tone and lack of concrete evidence may inadvertently cause harm by spreading unverified claims. [-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 and conversation do not respect the privacy and dignity of the individuals involved, particularly the person accused of being funded by the Russian government, without providing substantial evidence. [-2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement and conversation do not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion. Instead, they contribute to a divisive and accusatory dialogue. [-2]
  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 and conversation do not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue. They focus on personal attacks and ad hominem arguments rather than addressing the issues in a constructive manner. [-2]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement and conversation use their platform to raise awareness about potential issues of misinformation and foreign influence, which can be seen as using influence for the betterment of society. However, the approach taken is not responsible or constructive. [+1]