optimist

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Whether you are an A.I. optimist or pessimist, you’d ideally agree that few industries have ever screamed out more for intense scrutiny at a particular moment than generative A.I. does right now.

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026

Askell describes herself as an optimist but still sees risks that society’s checks and balances may get overwhelmed by AI advancements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

While accepting the inaugural award for best podcast at last Sunday’s Golden Globes, Amy Poehler — perennial optimist and the mind behind some of contemporary culture’s most feel-good media — made a rare off-color joke.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

But despite her comparisons to pessimistic comedians like Larry David, Hoffman remains an optimist.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

“An optimist is positive and hopeful. A pessimist is negative and cynical.”

From "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer