In this discussion, Shannon Valor, an expert on science fiction's impact on society, dives into Isaac Asimov's 1955 short story 'Franchise', envisioning a future where a single voter’s choice is dictated by a giant computer. They explore how Asimov’s predictions about technology and democracy have resonated today. The conversation critiques the stagnation in Asimov’s vision of democracy and examines ethical dilemmas surrounding AI accountability, all while questioning the influence of algorithms on political representation.