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Journalists Split: AI Threat or Workplace Ally?

8/12/2025

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At the NABJ convention in Cleveland, Ohio, journalists voiced concerns over AI taking their jobs. Yet, at a nearby restaurant, staff celebrated AI tools like ChatGPT for boosting efficiency. Younger employees welcomed AI as a valuable ally, showcasing a stark contrast between the convention's anxiety and the practical, optimistic integration of technology in everyday work.

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At the NABJ convention in Cleveland, Ohio, journalists voiced concerns over AI taking their jobs. Yet, at a nearby restaurant, staff celebrated AI tools like ChatGPT for boosting efficiency. Younger employees welcomed AI as a valuable ally, showcasing a stark contrast between the convention's anxiety and the practical, optimistic integration of technology in everyday work.