US as failed state

As a thought experiment, all things being equal, I think I'd rather go to China than the US at the moment.

It's just the arbitrariness and uncertainty of it all; one of the most powerful countries in the world taken over by an unpredictable narcissist.

Of course, my saying this publicly would probably be enough for something to happen at the border. What a time to be alive.

Recently I got an invitation from an organization I respect, to a gathering of senior people, unconference format. Yes, it’s mostly about AI. No, it doesn’t reek of boosterism. My guess is that the discussions would be relatively intelligent and unbeliever contributions would be welcome. I declined, because it’s in the USA.

Source: Tim Bray
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