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In the USA, there is much brouhaha concerning a federal grant for over $700,000 toward the development of computer software that writes jokes.
The fundamental mechanics of humor are exploited by both pioneering comedians and the hacks who haunt what LaVey called “the dismal world of comedy clubs.” (“‘T’ Ain’t Funny, McGee,” Satan Speaks!)
Yet consistently successful humor is the still-elusive holy grail of artificial intelligence, which grows ever closer to replacing the most productive aspects of your average human.
By automating not only human tasks, but personalities, we can highlight and more freely enjoy the truly unique elements of humanity.
We who already hold ourselves to a high standard embrace and support this continued evolution of artificial human companions.
—Warlock M. Mandrake