Does 21st Century Politics Still Need Politicians?

Big Tech by The Globe and Mail

Apr 21, 202600:44:23Technology

When Prime Minister Mark Carney took the floor at the recent Liberal convention, he described a future where AI benefits all Canadians – not just a lucky few. It’s an optimistic vision. But according to political theoris...

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