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Democracy v the machine: the birth of the digital age and the warnings that were ignored – podcast

Source: guardianTech September 13, 2026 · 21:00
Democracy v the machine: the birth of the digital age and the warnings that were ignored – podcast
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Many hoped that the march of technology would usher in an egalitarian utopia – but some foresaw the threat it would pose to liberal society. Why did nobody listen?By Jill Lepore. Read by Laurel LefkowRead the text version hereSupport the Guardian today: theguardian.com/longreadpodAdapted from The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State by Jill Lepore, published by Allen Lane on 25 August. To support the Guardian, order your copy at guardianbookshop.com Continue reading...

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