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Power Grab: David Runciman on the Reach of Corporations, States and AI

Intelligence Squared

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Reflections on the Future of Democracy and Technology

The chapter explores the concept of perpetual negotiation in the future and its relevance to interacting with artificial agents. The author reflects on their previous book on how democracy ends and discusses concerns about the strength of American democratic institutions and the impact of technology on education, writing, and assessing others' work. They also delve into democracy as a tool for improvement and the potential of technology to enhance political processes.

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