Reflections on Birthdays AI and Human Connection
The author celebrates a recent birthday and notes the flood of automated greetings from doctors, insurers, and officials. They question AI’s impact on humanity, arguing automation erodes warmth and real friendship, while acknowledging time-saving benefits. They contrast personal cards with impersonal emails and cite Britannica and IBM definitions to frame AI as efficient but potentially dehumanizing. What is your stance?
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Trump may skip Milwaukee debate despite eight qualifiers
Star Parker argues Trump should consider not attending the Milwaukee GOP debate on August 23 as eight candidates qualify including Trump. She cites his lead, polling support, and broader national concerns such as Fitch’s U.S. debt downgrade, economic stagnation, and the need for issue focused discussion to shape the 2024 election.
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Froma Harrop critiques storied Kennedy fixation in politics
Froma Harrop argues American politics should drop the storied Kennedys label and treat candidates like Bobby Kennedy Jr as regular figures rather than royalty. She contrasts past Kennedy fame with today’s rhetoric while noting public worries over vaccine and conspiracy claims. She invites readers to follow her on Creators.
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