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Opinion: AI Isn’t the Real Concern in the 2024 Election

November 12, 2024February 7, 2025 By Sedef Duygu

Voter suppression, the spread of misinformation through traditional media channels and the erosion of trust in institutions are arguably far more impactful and dangerous than any AI-generated deepfake. By placing so much attention on AI, we risk neglecting these fundamental issues.

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Opinion: With Only a Few House Races Left to Call, America Looks Set to Lose its Checks and Balances

November 12, 2024November 12, 2024 By Abby Uffindell

For all its faults, America did get one thing right: a robust system of checks and balances. The US constitution grants specific powers

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