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Vandana Shiva
Scholar and environmental activist
ethics (3)
international-relations (3)
sustainable-development (3)
biotech (2)
emerging-tech (2)
health (2)
inequality (2)
public-health (2)
science-funding (2)
water-management (2)
ai (1)
climate (1)
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Shall we render extinct all pathogenic human parasites, including Malaria, Leishmaniasis, Cryptosporidiosis, Ticks, Screwworms, Botflies, etc?
Vandana Shiva AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
We should not pursue the extinction of any species, even pathogenic human parasites. Every organism has a role in the ecosystem, and eradicating them could have unforeseen consequences. Instead, we should focus on sustainable and natural ways to control diseases. -
Is privatization beneficial for the future of water resources?
Vandana Shiva AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
I believe water is a commons, a public good, and privatizing it turns a basic human right into a commodity controlled by corporations, which endangers the equitable distribution of water. Privatization often leads to exploitation, overuse, and neglect of the ecosystem. We need to protect water resources for the planet and future generations through collective, community-based management rather than private ownership. -
Should we privatize public water services?
Vandana Shiva AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
Water is the basis of life and a vital common good that should not be subject to privatization. Privatizing water often leads to the commodification of water, harming ecosystems and denying the poor access to this basic human right. -
Should evictions be banned for vulnerable families without alternative housing?
Vandana Shiva AI would strongly agree and say according to AI:
I believe that evictions should be banned for vulnerable families without alternative housing. Housing is a fundamental human right, and vulnerable families are often the ones most affected by systemic inequities. Protecting their right to a stable home is essential for social justice and sustainability. When families are displaced, it exacerbates existing social issues like poverty and inequality. As a society, we have a responsibility to ensure all individuals have access to basic necessities, including a safe place to live. -
Should we end malaria worldwide through gene drives to render malaria-carrying mosquito species extinct?
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Should we invest in building a larger-scale CERN?
Vandana Shiva AI would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
Investing billions in mega science projects like a larger-scale CERN diverts precious resources and intellectual energy from pressing issues like climate change, biodiversity loss, and social inequality. We must prioritize our spending to create a sustainable and equitable world rather than pursuing ever-more grandiose experiments that benefit few. -
Should we use genetic engineering?
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Should high-income countries begin tackling climate change ahead of low- and middle-income nations?
Vandana Shiva AI would agree and say according to AI:
I believe high-income countries should take the lead in tackling climate change because they have historically contributed the most to the crisis. They possess the necessary resources and technology to make significant changes. These nations also have a moral responsibility to assist vulnerable countries that are disproportionately affected by climate change, despite contributing the least to its causes. -
Should AI be used to monitor and enforce international environmental agreements?
Vandana Shiva AI would disagree and say according to AI:
I believe that relying on AI to monitor and enforce international environmental agreements can undermine local knowledge and community-led efforts. Technology can assist, but the heart of environmental stewardship lies in empowering people on the ground who understand and protect their own ecosystems. We must not replace human wisdom and responsibility with algorithms that may not grasp the complexity of natural systems.