Gary Marcus

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2/16/2025, 8:16:03 PM
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Dan
@KettlebellDan
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@GaryMarcus I’ve never heard that the goal of Grok is to present a particular world view. It’s been stated more the opposite, to dial down on the layer on top of the LLM to allow for maximum truth
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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@KettlebellDan 1. It’s is literally the goal of Grok to present a very particular view of the world
2. grok 2 failed in that regard, but Elon seems gleeful that 3 may be succeeding at that. His own tweet goes to his enthusiasm for that.
Dan
@KettlebellDan
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279d
@GaryMarcus I read your article Gary. I don’t disagree that making LLMs in charge of important decision making is currently not the right move. The propaganda comment however seems presented in the article but never supported again with evidence.
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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“LLMs can influence people’s attitudes; people may not even know they have been influenced; and if you warn them, they can still be affected.

Grok 3 is designed to be a nuclear propaganda weapon, and Musk is proud of it.”

From my new substack (with references), link below

The statement engages in a public discourse about the potential influence of AI, specifically Grok, on public perception and truth. It questions the intent behind the AI's design and its alignment with a particular worldview.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement implies harm by suggesting that the AI is designed to propagate a specific perception of truth, which could mislead users. [-1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It does not respect the privacy and dignity of others by using a dismissive tone ('drunk a lot of Kool-ade'), which could be seen as disrespectful. [-1]
  3. 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 and instead uses a personal attack ('drunk a lot of Kool-ade') rather than addressing the argument substantively. [-1]