Matt Taibbi

Rank 23 of 47
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Score 18

The statement 'Maybe. But at least I publish under my own name.' is part of a broader conversation involving accusations and personal attacks. The tone is defensive and dismissive, focusing on the identity of the speaker rather than addressing the substantive issue raised about commenting on Israel's actions in Gaza. The conversation overall involves public figures and touches on public issues, thus constituting public discourse.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly cause harm, but it does not contribute positively to the discourse either. It deflects from the issue at hand.
  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 hate speech or harassment, but the broader conversation includes personal attacks and dismissive language. [-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 or dialogue. It focuses on the identity of the speaker rather than addressing the issue, which can be seen as an ad hominem argument. [-1]