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13 Jul 2026
20m

A hawk who flew on political winds: Lindsey Graham

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The sudden death of long-serving Senator Lindsey Graham marks a significant shift in American politics, highlighting the Republican Party's evolution from a moderate, cooperative entity to a more radical, Trump-aligned force. Beyond his domestic influence, Graham’s hawkish foreign policy, particularly his steadfast support for Ukraine and Israel, leaves a void in congressional advocacy. Meanwhile, frontier AI models exhibit distinct ideological biases, often mirroring the secular, self-expressive values of wealthy Western nations while occasionally reflecting state-controlled narratives in Chinese models. As society increasingly relies on AI for moral and personal guidance, these embedded biases pose significant, under-researched risks. Additionally, the art market for "Old Masters" is experiencing a resurgence, driven by younger collectors seeking stability and authenticity amidst contemporary market volatility and the rise of artificial intelligence.

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