In a recent interview on a PBS News podcast, Dave Chappelle sparked debate with a stark warning about artificial intelligence, stating, “I don’t know if anyone needs to think anymore. It’s AI, quantum computing, it seems like thinking is for poor people.” The American actor questioned what skills will matter for the next generation as automation advances, saying, “What skill sets are going to matter 10 or 20 years from now as the world becomes automated.” He added, “We decided your character is your destiny. If you’re a good person that’s all you can ask from anybody and hope for the best.” The remarks prompted online debate, with one user writing, “This is somewhat true, but they will just purposely hinder AI in the education space,” while another commented, “I disagree, thinking is for rich people. They are training the poor to not think.” A third user wrote, “Wouldn’t you be mad that an AI is thinking for you ? AI does not understand emotion, human connection or critical thinking.”