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I recently read the article "AI and you: how confusion about the technology that runs our world threatens democracy". The article talked about the threats to democracy resulting from modern technologies and algorithms. I agree with the author of the article that artificial intelligence, for example used in social media, is a serious threat to democracy. Earlier problem of mass-scale manipulation existed, however we had at least theoretical chances to fight it, nowadays it seems impossible with such advanced technology. Therefore, I believe that very detailed rules for election campaigns should be written, and perhaps it will be necessary to change the entire election system to a less universal one. I hope that Europe will defend itself as long as possible against the Chinese "social credit system" . Civilization  overtaken the average man long time ago, but now it has a chance to completely take over him. Artificial technology is, of course, another existential thre...

Recently I read an article "Switzerland announces five new referendum questions" on The Local CH. The article briefly described five referendum questions that will be answered by the Swiss on June 13. In my opinion, the initiatives and bills that the Swiss will vote are interesting and important. However, their topics are very wide, perhaps too wide (from terrorism to reducing CO2 emissions). I'm especially interested in result of vote to end the government's covid emergency powers. Swiss society has proven more than once that it can surprise you in direct political decisions. It is also impressive that both citizens initiatives concern ecology in agriculture (clean water and no pesticide use). This only increases my admiration for the Swiss, not only that they have  democracy on a level probably unreachable for Poland, but also use its tools mainly to care for the environment, which is extremely lacking in Poland. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210304/switzerland-announce...

Recently I read an article by Diego Sanchez-Ancochea "Latin America: inequality and political instability have lessons for the rest of the world". In the article, the author presents his views on social inequalities in the context of current world situation. I agree with the author that wealth and social inequalities can have bad consequences. They lead to social conflicts and the election of populist politicians. The current pandemic crisis is increasing these inequalities, but I am not sure if state interference is the solution. What countries should do is not to favor the rich through tax rates or the law, such as in Poland, where in practice income taxes are regressive. It is a pity that the author does not present his suggestions in the article because I would like to consider them. It seems that the end of the pandemic, paradoxically, will be the beginning of bigger problems for the world. https://theconversation.com/latin-america-inequality-and-political-instability-ha...

Recently I read an article by Domhnall O'Sullivan "Swiss 'burka ban' accepted by slim majority". The article was about the result of Sunday's referendum in Switzerland and about the public debate over the voted initiative to ban covering face. In my opinion, the prohibition of covering the face is not that important, but maybe I do not fully understand the problem. Perhaps the proponents of the ban are right that it is a symbolic matter, and that the symbols shape the identity sphere , which they want to defend. I don't think it is Islamophobic, it is rather an attempt to emphasize  identity and culture of their country, which I believe is right. In today's world where mass culture is beginning to dominate, any initiative that helps people and countries maintain their values is valuable. It is worth noting that it was only the 23rd citizens' initiative adopted (out of over 200) in the referendum and only 6 out of 26 cantons voted against it (mainly...

In this post, I will describe article by Michael McEachrane "Will European countries ever take meaningful steps to end colonial legacies?" In the article, the author argues that the world still has to fight the effects of colonialism. In my opinion, the author of the article is wrong. He criticizes the European Union for being insufficiently engaged in combating the effects of colonialism. The author argues that Sweden, which as he himself admits, had only one colony for a longer time, moreover is the first in the Good Country Index, and has for long accepted most immigrants from all European countries  per capita , is doing not enough to make up for its racist past. I think that combating racial inequality is not a priority in Europe and such articles can only lead to "positive discrimination" or other harmful and unfair ideas. In the face of tough global challenges, such an exaggeration of problems can only cause more social conflicts. https://theconversation.com/...