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Thinking About Thinking Machines: Isaac Asimov’s ‘Franchise’
Past Present Future
The Politics of Representation and Algorithms
This chapter explores the complexities of American politics, focusing on the House of Representatives and the impact of gerrymandering on public sentiment. It delves into the relationship between education, voting behavior, and the decline of democratic values while examining the influence of algorithmic systems on human decision-making. The discussion highlights the potential dangers of technology in shaping political preferences, warning against losing the unpredictability that is vital to democracy.
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