Gary Marcus

The statement is part of a public discourse as it engages with a public issue, specifically the critique of a political figure's policy. The original statement by @GaryMarcus uses derogatory language to question the rationale behind a political decision, which is a substantive engagement with public policy.

1. Principle 1:

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

   The original statement by @GaryMarcus uses harmful language, which violates the principle of striving to do no harm with words. [-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 terms like 'demented' and 'retarded' is disrespectful and can be considered hate speech, violating the principle of respecting the dignity of others. [-2]
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 or dialogue and instead uses personal attacks, violating the principle of engaging in constructive criticism without personal attacks. [-2]