artificial-intelligence-governance
Cyclops, an intelligent supercomputer, acts as a peaceful arbitrator and coordinator for the region, facilitating democratic coexistence.
1 chapter across 1 book
The Postman (1985)David Brin
In this chapter, Gordon writes letters describing his journey through the post-apocalyptic Willamette Valley, where he encounters a thriving, peaceful community sustained by an intelligent supercomputer named Cyclops. Despite his role as a government representative, Gordon struggles with the deception he must maintain to preserve his status and the fragile hope embodied by this society. The chapter contrasts the bleakness of the past with the surprising resilience and technological revival in this region, culminating in Gordon's introspective confrontation with his own lies and the legacy of human creation.