I argue that healthy democracies rely on three core ideals: Verification, Deliberation, and Accountability. Not just as abstract values—but as practical functions that sustain public trust and legitimacy. Let's call this the VDA model.

NEW REPORT: Artificial Power, our 2025 Landscape Report, is out. Today’s AI isn’t just being used by us, it’s being used on us. We urgently need to reclaim public power over the future trajectory of AI. Another path is possible. Read the report: ainowinstitute.org/2025-landscape