AI
("Three Lives", 2011, original acrylic and oil)
A.I.
I’m smart, or kind of compared to other humans,
But not at all compared to artificial intelligence.
Yet I have no doubt I am superior to computers
In being alive
And so having access to basic common sense.
Humanity after all has not only its own intelligence
But also more importantly
Its own emotions and creativity,
And most importantly humor.
A.I. as wonderful as it promises to be
Will never be genius
Since genius requires a unique and rare mix
Of intelligence, creativity and a willingness
To offend and upset others
In the service
Of benefiting others.
I’m not genius either
But I’m smart enough with my natural intelligence
To recognize the limits
Of the artificial.
(6/12/25)
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