Gary Marcus

Rank 14 of 47
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Score 83

The statement is part of a public discourse as it engages in a debate about the credibility and argumentative techniques of a public figure, which is a substantive public issue. The tone is somewhat dismissive and implies a lack of understanding on the part of the other participant.

  1. 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 implies a personal attack by suggesting the other person is 'rusty' on logic, which can be seen as an ad hominem argument. [-1]