The speaker faced backlash for using AI-generated images in their newsletter, with readers accusing them of taking away opportunities from human illustrators. However, the speaker highlights that they were not commissioning standalone illustrations but utilizing image libraries where human creators were paid. The speaker emphasizes that AI tools enable the creation of content that would not have existed otherwise, even though some may try to cut costs. By leveraging AI, creators can produce work despite limited budgets, similar to musicians who sometimes share AI-generated content with no budget.

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