Matt Taibbi

Rank 34 of 47
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Score -42

The statement is a response to public concerns about a specific issue (the 'Ken issue') and addresses the broader context of suppression and deamplification on a platform. It engages with public issues related to freedom of expression and platform policies, thus constituting public discourse.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement uses offensive language ('assholes'), which can be considered harmful and disrespectful, violating the principle of striving to do no harm with words and actions. [-2]
  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 and a confrontational tone can be seen as a form of harassment, violating the principle of respecting the privacy and dignity of others. [-2]
  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. Instead, it adopts a defensive and aggressive tone, which can hinder constructive 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 does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue. It dismisses the concerns of others without addressing them substantively and resorts to personal attacks. [-2]
  5. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    While the statement touches on issues of free speech and platform policies, the manner in which it is expressed lacks responsibility and integrity, as it uses offensive language and a confrontational tone. [-1]