Artificial Intelligence, often hailed as the driving force of our future, has served in an unexpected role - as a mirror, reflecting the cracks in our system. A recent incident comes to mind, an AI-generated image of the Pentagon on fire went viral, causing panic and leading to billions lost in the stock market. The swift reaction from many was to label AI as dangerous. But is this not a classic case of deflection?

We should be scrutinizing our news channels for sharing false information without due diligence. This event could and should have been a pivotal moment in our history, a shocking revelation of the truth we've been shielded from. A 'Wizard of Oz' moment - the man behind the curtain exposed for all to see.

Yet, it wasn't. Instead, we continued down our well-trodden path, blind and deflecting, failing to question the narrative presented to us. This is a grave issue.

As a society, we need to address our shortcomings. We need to be vulnerable in accepting our failures and, most importantly, take responsibility. This generation has the opportunity, and indeed the burden, to rectify the mistakes of our predecessors. We have the chance to redefine the narrative, to demand truth, and to hold our institutions accountable.

It's OK to accept that we've been misguided. It's OK to admit that we've been wrong. It's through these admissions that we grow and learn. Let's learn from our past, and use those lessons to shape a future where truth and accountability are valued above all else. We owe it to ourselves, and to the generations that follow.

Artificial Intelligence isn't just a tool for progress; it's a mirror showing us where we need to improve. As we look into this mirror, let's not just passively observe the reflection. Let's take action to change what it reveals.