Scimeca: AI’s free ride is undermining the creative marketplace

Scimeca: Artificial Intelligence’s Abuse of the Creative Marketplace Prominent players in artificial intelligence are using protected works to train their models, threatening the livelihoods of creators and undermining the foundation of capitalism. This type of creative arbitrage devalues ownership and incentivizes theft, leading to a marketplace where creativity is devalued and ownership is optional. AI … Read more

Letters to the Editor, Monday, Nov. 3

Editorial Feedback for Monday, November 3 The content includes a letter supporting Mike Thompson for reelection to Congress, highlighting his record of achievements and fighting for his community. Another letter opposes a school parcel tax in Petaluma, citing mismanagement and high spending per student. There are also criticisms of the Trump administration, including its actions … Read more

Yglesias: What makes this shutdown so different

Yglesias: The unique reasons behind this shutdown During the 2013 government shutdown, the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia was closed, but could still be viewed through a window. In the current shutdown, President Trump is minimizing visible effects and taking questionable legal actions. Trump’s retaliation efforts are not pressuring Democrats and are actually helping their campaign … Read more