The TNG episode where Data argues AI can be human shaped later philosophy
Afinetheorem · x · 2026-10-30
Economist Afinetheorem notes that the Star Trek: TNG episode where Data argues whether an AI can be human is surprisingly deep, with its influence visible across subsequent philosophical writing on the topic. In his progress class he'll discuss culture and progress, arguing that literature, film, and art play an underrated role in fostering ambition and forward-looking mentality.
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