The Three Great Reformation Truths in Exodus 33

Exodus 33 is a story of total depravity. The people receive this disastrous word about their sin that it separates them from God in verses 1 to 3. At least for now, he will not wipe out the people. But as chapter 32 ends, we're left with Moses wondering, could a tone that be made somehow? Could God forgive their sins in some way?