‘AI as Normal Tech’ isn’t an argument for inaction, a reader says

The “normal” label is drawing more attention than it deserves, according to one reader revisiting “AI as a Normal Technology,” who says its worldview has aged well in many important respects. Another reader argues that focusing on predictions obscures the essay’s policy agenda.

That reader describes the recommendations as reducing uncertainty about AI’s trajectory and consequences while building resilience—not doing nothing. They say the essay cites incident reporting, whistleblower protections and transparency laws as good policies, yet is often invoked to oppose those same measures.