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Progress is Humbling
- Copernicus demoted humans from the center of the universe to an insignificant planet
- Darwin demoted humans from God's creation to an accidental branch on the tree of life
- AI is demoting humans from the sole intelligent species to one form of reasoning
- Progress often follows great humblings that challenge human arrogance
- Nations, communities, and individuals go through cycles of arrogance and humbling
- Staying perpetually humbled could unlock unprecedented progress for humanity
Original published: April 9, 2024