Right now, it has become increasingly common to attack artificial intelligence from every direction. Some criticisms are fair. Some are necessary. Some are thoughtful. Others are exaggerated, reactionary, or rooted in fear more than substance. But in a moment where it feels like almost nobody wants to say anything positive about AI, I will. IContinue reading “I Will Defend AI, Because I Believe It Can Be Used Ethically”
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The Ridiculousness of the State of Internet Politics: How “Bad Takes” Are Used to Excuse Harmful Rhetoric
In today’s polarized political landscape, particularly within internet circles, there’s a concerning trend that demands attention. Itās the growing habit of excusing harmful or irresponsible political rhetoric by dismissing it as nothing more than “having a bad take.” This phenomenon has become a powerful tool for some of the most prominent figures in the onlineContinue reading “The Ridiculousness of the State of Internet Politics: How “Bad Takes” Are Used to Excuse Harmful Rhetoric”
Trumpās Remarks on Rob Reiner: A Stark Contrast to His “Condemnation” of the Bondi Beach Attack and the Hypocrisy of His Anti-Semitism
The recent shooting at Bondi Beach in Australia, targeting Jewish individuals, is a tragedy that has shocked the world. Two Muslim men opened fire on a group of Jewish people, causing widespread fear and outrage. But in the aftermath, what is even more disturbing is the contrast between Trumpās so-called condemnation of anti-Semitism and theContinue reading “Trumpās Remarks on Rob Reiner: A Stark Contrast to His “Condemnation” of the Bondi Beach Attack and the Hypocrisy of His Anti-Semitism”
The Complexity of Calling Out Culture: Balancing Accountability and Compassion
In recent years, the concept of ācalling outā has become a central part of social media discourse. It is a tool used by individuals to bring attention to harmful behaviors, discrimination, and injustice, offering a means for marginalized voices to demand accountability. Yet, the practice is often not without its complications. While the need forContinue reading “The Complexity of Calling Out Culture: Balancing Accountability and Compassion”
Weāve Had This Fight Before. Remember When Video Games Were Evil?
For anyone paying attention to the current panic surrounding artificial intelligence, it should all feel eerily familiar. The breathless headlines. The moral outcry. The declarations that society, children, and mental health are all being destroyed by a new, uncontrollable force. But this isnāt the first time weāve seen a technology become the scapegoat for deeperContinue reading “Weāve Had This Fight Before. Remember When Video Games Were Evil?”