Gary Marcus

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9/4/2024, 10:53:04 PM
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Dan
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@GaryMarcus so is the image real or not?
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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@KettlebellDan thanks! “unverified viral image .. Edwards didn’t specify the family members’ names, but said the Minnesota governor’s older brother Jeff Walz—the subject of Trump’s post—was not in the image”
Dan
@KettlebellDan
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@GaryMarcus Haha why would I be worried that a link would downgrade the reach of a reply

https://www.forbes.com/sites/sar…
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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@KettlebellDan link? or are you worried your exercise of free speech will be downgraded by the algorithm?

as noted “*entire*” is definitely false, whether or not the pic is legit.
Dan
@KettlebellDan
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@GaryMarcus Looks like Forbes confirmed it was real
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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@KettlebellDan i am not 100% sure, despite the 4-finger women, but am 100% sure that “*entire family*” is false (e.g. Walz’s brother is not in the photo)

The statement constitutes public discourse as it engages in a discussion about the authenticity of a viral image related to a political figure, which is a public issue. The tone is skeptical and corrective, aiming to clarify misinformation.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to cause harm; it seeks to clarify misinformation, which aligns with the principle of doing no harm. [+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 does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. It maintains respect for privacy and dignity. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement aims to promote understanding by questioning the authenticity of the image and pointing out that the headline has been refuted. [+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 misinformation without resorting to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement acknowledges the need for verification and correction of misinformation, which aligns with the principle of acknowledging and correcting mistakes. [+1]
  6. 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 responsibly to clarify misinformation. [+1]