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AI threatens democracy. But we are not powerless: here’s how to fight back | Carine Fouteau | The Guardian

Mediapart head Carine Fouteau argues in a Guardian opinion piece that tech platforms exploiting public-interest journalism threaten democracy, but that the public has leverage to fight back.

Tech platforms pillage public-interest journalism for profit. But we have leverage, as they sow the seeds of their own downfall, says Carine Fouteau, head of Mediapart

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French protesters looted Hermès, Apple, and other luxury stores across multiple cities, with video footage of the incidents.

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Trump stumps in deep-red Kentucky as GOP tries to hold its turf | CNN Politics

Trump campaigned in deep-red Kentucky as Republicans work to hold their turf, while Democratic and GOP candidates nationwide made pitches to voters at campaign events this weekend.

Democratic and Republican candidates across the country are making their pitch to voters at campaign events this weekend.

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