If you let AI do your writing, I will come to your house and kill you

Sam Kriss· May 25, 2026 · 7:19 AM UTC ·19 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 24 views

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The article expresses a deep concern about the pervasive influence of AI on writing and communication. The author reflects on the lack of genuine human interaction in various services, particularly catering, and fears that AI-generated content is replacing meaningful language. This shift is unsettling, leading to a sense of alienation and distrust in the authenticity of information.

Key facts

▪The author feels overwhelmed by the prevalence of AI-generated content in everyday life.
▪There is a growing concern that AI is replacing genuine human voices with meaningless language.
▪The article highlights a specific example of AI's capabilities in solving complex mathematical problems.

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Original publisher	Hacker News (AI / LLM)
Canonical URL	https://samkriss.substack.com/p/if-you-let-ai-do-your-writing-i-will
Publication time	Mon, 25 May 2026 07:19:14 +0000
Retrieval time	2026-05-25T07:22:36.411Z
Last seen	2026-05-25T07:22:36.411Z
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Publisher visit	Yes — open original
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