Gary Marcus

Rank 12 of 47
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Score 83

The statement and the accompanying image engage in public discourse by addressing the correction of misinformation and the importance of accountability in public communication. The tone is critical and somewhat mocking, particularly with the use of the term 'clown historian.' The intent appears to be to highlight the correction of a misleading narrative and to commend the act of acknowledging and fixing a mistake.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to correct misinformation, which aligns with the principle of striving to do no harm. However, the mocking tone ('clown historian') could be seen as harmful. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The use of derogatory language ('clown historian') does not respect the dignity of others and could be considered a form of cyberbullying or harassment. [-2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding and correction of misinformation, which aligns with promoting understanding and empathy. However, the mocking tone detracts from this. [+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 highlighting the correction of a mistake, but the personal attack ('clown historian') violates the principle of avoiding ad hominem arguments. [-2]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement acknowledges and commends the correction of a mistake, which aligns with the principle of acknowledging and correcting mistakes. [+2]