Journalism is essential to democracy. AI can’t replace it.

By: Mike Scogin

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: September 14, 2026

Words: 538

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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The news last Thursday that 13 skilled journalists in Lexington were laid off was heart-breaking but also frightening.

The suggestion that AI can replace reporters who are trained to observe, interpret, and ask the tough questions is unrealistic. AI is a tool and a resource, but it cannot replace a human reporter.

The real danger here is the declining number of journalists in the field. It is not just newspapers. We have witnessed …

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