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My Affirmation of Superhumanity
Lincoln Cannon affirms advancing AI to enhance humanity toward superhumanity, challenging theologians’ accounts of dignity through Mormon theosis doctrine.
As One of Us
Tyranny may stem from myopia, but could a superintelligent empathetic singleton truly govern for all? Exploring why centralized power remains high risk.
The Vanguardism Trap
The vanguardism trap explains how rationalist claims to “clear thinking” can justify elite control over others—a pattern from Plato to Lenin to AI governance today.
Active Versus Passive Christianity
Active versus passive Christianity: Discover how bold, practical faith transforms Christian concepts from passive belief into powerful action—and why Easter’s message demands more than nominal faith.
Witnesses to the Creative Power of Prophecy
Discover how prophecy is not fate but a blueprint for creation. Don Bradley’s essay reframes religious futurism, urging courageous hope and active collaboration with God.
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Jonathan Jardine holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Brigham Young University (BYU) and an MBA from Harvard Business School. He is the Chief Operating Officer of Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers. Prior to Blue Cloud, he served as CEO of Believe Dental, a San Antonio-based organization focused on expanding oral healthcare access for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Earlier in his career, Mr. Jardine served as Executive Director of Product Supply at Valero Energy Corporation, and as Country Manager for Valero’s Latin America business, based in Lima, Peru, where he also served as a board member of the AirBP | PBF Aviation Joint Venture. His career spans multiple sectors, including healthcare services and finance, with previous positions at Goldman Sachs and Dodge & Cox in San Francisco. Jardine draws on principles from influential thinkers like the late Harvard professor Clay Christensen, exploring concepts of emergent and deliberate strategies. His presentation at MTAConf 2022 focused on the potential of decentralized strategies within the church, particularly in its practical application, drawing inspiration from Joseph Smith’s emphasis on individual agency and governance.
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Joseph Smith
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