He is out and I just got the word that employment has been terminated. It honestly feels surreal that this worked out given how long the silence dragged on but thanks to the 8,523 of you who kept pushing we finally saw some real accountability. We should probably keep an …
January 29, 2024
Final supporters
Dear OpenAI Executives,
Diane Yoon, Vice President of People,
Anna Majanju, Vice President of Global Affairs,
Sam Altman, CEO
We write to express our deep concern regarding recent public statements made by Tal Broda, Head of Research Platform, on X.com. These statements, which deny the existence of Palestine and advocate for the ethnic cleansing and potential genocide of innocent Palestinian civilians in Gaza, are not only grossly offensive but also directly contradict OpenAI's core values and mission.
OpenAI's stated goal is to "develop safe and beneficial artificial intelligence for the benefit of all humanity." Mr. Boda's public pronouncements on X.com directly undermine this mission by:
- Incitement of violence and hatred: His statements advocate for the eradication of an entire population, potentially leading to real-world violence and persecution against Palestinian civilians.
- Denial of recognized identities and historical narratives: Mr. Boda's refusal to acknowledge the existence of Palestine and its people erases their history, culture, and lived experiences, contributing to further marginalization and discrimination.
- Erosion of trust and credibility: By harboring an employee who expresses such harmful views, OpenAI risks jeopardizing public trust in its commitment to ethical AI development and fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect for diverse communities.
We believe that OpenAI has a responsibility to address this situation swiftly and transparently. We urge you to:
- Conduct a thorough investigation: Launch an internal review of Mr. Boda's statements and their potential impact, adhering to due process and established company policies.
- Issue a public statement: Clearly condemn hate speech and discrimination in all its forms, reiterating OpenAI's commitment to inclusivity and ethical AI development.
- Take appropriate action: Based on the findings of the investigation, take appropriate disciplinary measures to ensure alignment with OpenAI's values and code of conduct.
OpenAI has the potential to be a force for good in the world, and we believe it must hold itself accountable for the actions and statements of its employees. We urge you to take decisive action to address this issue and reaffirm OpenAI's commitment to its core values of inclusivity, safety, and beneficial AI for all.
Sincerely,
The undersigned
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Reached 5,000 supporters
December 18, 2023
December 17, 2023
I have been staring at the comments section for way too long because the sheer weight of what people are going through is honestly overwhelming to process sometimes. Working in the background to get eyes on these files and links is exhausting but I keep thinking about how a company with such big claims about safety needs to actually act like they mean it.
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 16, 2023
Reached 100 supporters
December 15, 2023
December 14, 2023
The numbers keep climbing and it is honestly overwhelming to watch people actually pay attention to this situation because silence is just not an option right now. If everyone who sees this could grab just one person they know and get them to look at the link it might push us over that thousand mark before the day is out which would put so much real pressure on the executives who have stayed quiet for way too long.
3,705 Comments
A platform and technology that prides itself in being politically correct, respectful and mindful having a head researcher with the vile heart of Tal Broda goes to show how incredibly hypocritical and dangerous OpenAI is. Atoning is not enough.
As a supporter of AI advances and human rights I find the comments made by this individual very troubling and concerning. Someone with this kind of thinking should not be in the mind of any person who influences AI as it poses to be very dangerous.
This is disgusting and a person with such a lack of humanity should not hold post to continue the enabling of hate. He has failed to course correct when called out on racist AI and he has failed to maintain any trust to build safe AI. Remove him!
Your head of research is openly calling for the continuation of what has deemed by human rights experts to be an ongoing genocide. How can employees of your company and users of your product feel safe knowing this? Is this what OpenAI stands for?
Employing individuals who devalue a specific ethnic group and advocating for ongoing chaos rather than endorsing peace?! How can ChatGPT work towards a serene, humane future when the research leader explicitly encourages further devastation?
Only God can judge, but when He does, it'll be too late.
UNBELIEVABLE that this man is still on payroll to this day. Actions speak louder than words.
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He is out and I just got the word that employment has been terminated. It honestly feels surreal that this worked out given how long the silence dragged on but thanks to the 8,523 of you who kept pushing we finally saw some real accountability. We should probably keep an …
January 29, 2024
Final supporters
Dear OpenAI Executives,
Diane Yoon, Vice President of People,
Anna Majanju, Vice President of Global Affairs,
Sam Altman, CEO
We write to express our deep concern regarding recent public statements made by Tal Broda, Head of Research Platform, on X.com. These statements, which deny the existence of Palestine and advocate for the ethnic cleansing and potential genocide of innocent Palestinian civilians in Gaza, are not only grossly offensive but also directly contradict OpenAI's core values and mission.
OpenAI's stated goal is to "develop safe and beneficial artificial intelligence for the benefit of all humanity." Mr. Boda's public pronouncements on X.com directly undermine this mission by:
- Incitement of violence and hatred: His statements advocate for the eradication of an entire population, potentially leading to real-world violence and persecution against Palestinian civilians.
- Denial of recognized identities and historical narratives: Mr. Boda's refusal to acknowledge the existence of Palestine and its people erases their history, culture, and lived experiences, contributing to further marginalization and discrimination.
- Erosion of trust and credibility: By harboring an employee who expresses such harmful views, OpenAI risks jeopardizing public trust in its commitment to ethical AI development and fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect for diverse communities.
We believe that OpenAI has a responsibility to address this situation swiftly and transparently. We urge you to:
- Conduct a thorough investigation: Launch an internal review of Mr. Boda's statements and their potential impact, adhering to due process and established company policies.
- Issue a public statement: Clearly condemn hate speech and discrimination in all its forms, reiterating OpenAI's commitment to inclusivity and ethical AI development.
- Take appropriate action: Based on the findings of the investigation, take appropriate disciplinary measures to ensure alignment with OpenAI's values and code of conduct.
OpenAI has the potential to be a force for good in the world, and we believe it must hold itself accountable for the actions and statements of its employees. We urge you to take decisive action to address this issue and reaffirm OpenAI's commitment to its core values of inclusivity, safety, and beneficial AI for all.
Sincerely,
The undersigned
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
December 18, 2023
December 17, 2023
I have been staring at the comments section for way too long because the sheer weight of what people are going through is honestly overwhelming to process sometimes. Working in the background to get eyes on these files and links is exhausting but I keep thinking about how a company with such big claims about safety needs to actually act like they mean it.
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 16, 2023
Reached 100 supporters
December 15, 2023
December 14, 2023
The numbers keep climbing and it is honestly overwhelming to watch people actually pay attention to this situation because silence is just not an option right now. If everyone who sees this could grab just one person they know and get them to look at the link it might push us over that thousand mark before the day is out which would put so much real pressure on the executives who have stayed quiet for way too long.
3,705 Comments
As I big fan of the OpenAI. I’m disappointed someone with the views they expressed is working for the company. It’s against you stand for and against decency. Please show that you care by distancing your self against this individual. Thank you.
A platform and technology that prides itself in being politically correct, respectful and mindful having a head researcher with the vile heart of Tal Broda goes to show how incredibly hypocritical and dangerous OpenAI is. Atoning is not enough.
As a supporter of AI advances and human rights I find the comments made by this individual very troubling and concerning. Someone with this kind of thinking should not be in the mind of any person who influences AI as it poses to be very dangerous.
This is disgusting and a person with such a lack of humanity should not hold post to continue the enabling of hate. He has failed to course correct when called out on racist AI and he has failed to maintain any trust to build safe AI. Remove him!
Your head of research is openly calling for the continuation of what has deemed by human rights experts to be an ongoing genocide. How can employees of your company and users of your product feel safe knowing this? Is this what OpenAI stands for?
Employing individuals who devalue a specific ethnic group and advocating for ongoing chaos rather than endorsing peace?! How can ChatGPT work towards a serene, humane future when the research leader explicitly encourages further devastation?
Only God can judge, but when He does, it'll be too late.
UNBELIEVABLE that this man is still on payroll to this day. Actions speak louder than words.
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As I big fan of the OpenAI. I’m disappointed someone with the views they expressed is working for the company. It’s against you stand for and against decency. Please show that you care by distancing your self against this individual. Thank you.