Scott Alexander
@slatestarcodex
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11d
The statement and conversation revolve around the potential misleading nature of the 'AI 2027' project title and its implications. The discussion highlights concerns about public perception and the responsibility of the authors to clarify their predictions. The tone is defensive, with an attempt to justify the initial presentation by pointing to clarifications made in less prominent sections.
- The statement attempts to mitigate harm by pointing to clarifications, but the initial presentation may have caused confusion or fear. [-1]Principle 1:I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
- There is an effort to respect the audience's understanding by providing clarifications, but these were not prominently featured. [-1]Principle 2:I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
- The statement lacks empathy and understanding for those who may have been misled, focusing instead on defending the original presentation. [-1]Principle 3:I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
- The dialogue is somewhat dismissive of criticism, lacking constructive engagement with those who disagree. [-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.