Gary Marcus

The statement is part of a public discourse on the use of language and its impact, particularly in political contexts. The conversation addresses the appropriateness of certain terms and their offensive nature, reflecting on societal norms and the influence of political groups.

1. Principle 1:

   I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.

   The statement acknowledges a mistake and shows a willingness to avoid harm by reconsidering the language used. [+1]
2. Principle 2:

   I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.

   The statement respects the dignity of others by recognizing the potential offensiveness of certain terms and expressing regret for their use. [+1]
3. Principle 3:

   I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.

   The statement promotes understanding and empathy by acknowledging the need to be considerate of how words affect others. [+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 dialogue by accepting criticism without resorting to personal attacks. [+1]
5. Principle 5:

   I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.

   The statement acknowledges a mistake and expresses a willingness to correct it in future communications. [+1]