Gary Marcus

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Score 83
John Harwood
@JohnJHarwood
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"The administration has terminated more than 80% of USAID grants.

"A BU global health professor estimated these cuts have already resulted in about 300,000 deaths, most of them of children.

"That is what Musk’s foray into politics accomplished."

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/…
5/30/2025, 2:48:50 PM
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The statement critiques Elon Musk's political actions, specifically his influence on USAID funding cuts, and attributes significant negative consequences, including deaths, to these actions. The tone is critical and accusatory, aiming to hold Musk accountable for alleged harm caused by policy changes.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement implies harm caused by Musk's actions, but it does not directly use harmful language itself. It holds Musk accountable for alleged harm, aligning with the principle of doing no harm by highlighting potential consequences of policy decisions. [+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 does not engage in cyberbullying or hate speech, but it is critical of Musk's actions. It respects the dignity of others by focusing on policy impacts rather than personal attacks. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement aims to promote understanding of the consequences of policy decisions, potentially fostering empathy for those affected by the cuts. [+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 criticism of Musk's actions, but it does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments, focusing instead on the impact of policy decisions. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to highlight societal issues, specifically the impact of policy decisions on public health, aligning with the principle of using influence for societal betterment. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech by critically analyzing public policy decisions and their impacts, using the platform responsibly to inform public discourse. [+1]