Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming economies, governments, education, healthcare, and national security. The question is no longer whether AI will shape the future—it already is. The real question is: who will shape AI? The answer matters enormously. Democracies, not authoritarian regimes, must lead in AI development and deployment. Open societies are uniquely positioned to create ethical frameworks, transparent governance systems, and human-centered innovation that align with freedom, accountability, and human rights. As AI systems become more powerful, democratic nations have...Click for full post