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The New Yorker Discussion Group
Join us for a lively discussion! Gather to engage in thought-provoking conversations on recent articles.
We will discuss these two articles:
Could Switzerland Become the First Country to Cap Its Population? by Jessi Jezewska Stevens (June 8, 2026 online)
The Swiss will soon go to the polls for a novel initiative that could upend the nation’s economy and rupture ties with the European Union.
Is this cap a good idea? Would such a cap fix the issues mentioned in the article? Do you think there are any parallels with the U.S., the Bay Area, Belvedere Tiburon?
Instead of Taking Your Job, A.I. Might Transform It by Cal Newport (Open Questions) (June 5, 2026 online)
Proponents and critics of artificial intelligence often compare the technology to industrial automation—really, it’s more like an intern.
What are some activities in your work and life that could be automated by a machine? What are some things you wish you didn't have to do?
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