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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt drew boos at the University of Arizona’s commencement after warning about AI’s societal effects, acknowledging graduates’ fears about jobs and polarization while urging them to help shape how AI is used. The moment reflects broader AI debate, with other speakers highlighting potential opportunities even as automation disrupts work, and the university defended Schmidt’s remarks.
US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins drew bipartisan mockery after saying a $3 meal—consisting of chicken, broccoli, a corn tortilla, and one other item—could help Americans follow updated dietary guidelines without raising costs, a claim critics say ignores rising grocery prices and the realities of struggling families.
The murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has sparked a complex public reaction, highlighting a dangerous moment for America. The incident has divided opinions, with some outraged by the attack on public order, others understanding the motive against a disliked corporation, and some seeing moral ambiguity. This case is concerning as it suggests a shift from ideological to class-based societal conflict, which poses a greater threat to social stability.