Gary Marcus

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Tal M. Klein
@VirtualTal
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@GaryMarcus A bit because 4chan was more of a trolling engine (albeit Q was born there). X has become a full on disinfo machine. For example, on the holocaust 4chan was more like “Jews deserved it” whereas X is more dangerous with the “Allied were worse than the Axis” narrative
9/5/2024, 4:38:17 PM
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The statement and the conversation it is part of constitute public discourse as they engage with the issue of misinformation and its impact on society, specifically comparing the platforms X and 4chan in terms of their potential dangers.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to highlight the dangers of misinformation, which can be seen as an attempt to do no harm by raising awareness. However, the language used ('disinfo machine') is quite strong and could be seen as inflammatory, potentially causing harm by escalating tensions.
  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 directly, but it does reference harmful narratives ('Jews deserved it' and 'Allied were worse than the Axis') which could be seen as disrespectful to the privacy and dignity of those affected by these narratives. [-1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The intent seems to be to promote understanding of the dangers of misinformation, but the language used is not particularly empathetic or compassionate. It could be more effective if it were framed in a way that fosters empathy and understanding rather than using inflammatory comparisons.
  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 of the platforms X and 4chan, but it does so in a way that could be seen as a personal attack on the users of these platforms by labeling them as part of a 'disinfo machine.' [-1]
  5. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds the principle of free speech and uses the platform to raise awareness about an important issue. However, the responsibility and integrity of the language used could be improved to avoid potential harm and promote a more constructive dialogue. [+1]