> we're now happy to blame some algorithm for our shortcomings and take no personal responsibility for our actions Seems like a bit of a strawman? > Shouldn't

> we're now happy to blame some algorithm for our shortcomings and take no personal responsibility for our actions Seems like a bit of a strawman? > Shouldn't I be accountable for my own actions Certainly, and those using algorithms to direct human behavior have accountability as well, wouldn't you say? Are they not accountable for their behavior? Wouldn't it be rather opposed to the way we think about most products and services if those implementing algorithms were held exempt from all consequences or responsibilities of putting their product into the world? Surely you acknowledge that algorithms wield incredible power? Or else we wouldn't be having this discussion nor would the world's most powerful corporations be investing vast resources into using algorithms to further their goals?