Using an Algorithm to Screen for Child Neglect

Imagine, it’s the year 2035. You’re out on a walk with your wife and young daughter. Suddenly, police sirens roar down the road and come to a halt right next to your family. Two officers jump out screaming, “get on the ground and step away from the child.” Confused and angry you scream, “what is this all about!?” “You missed your car payment and due to your inconsistent vaccination history, the child protection algorithm has registered you with a risk score of 18,” the officer screams. “That’s only 2 points away from being in the red danger zone. We must take your child away and launch a full investigation!” Do you think this is far fetched? You won’t after listening to today’s episode, where I read this Fortune article: An algorithm that screens for child neglect raises concerns Subscribe to John’s Finding Freedom Show solo feed. Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Get 20% off your selection of the AMAZING CBD products over at PalomaVerdeCBD.com and use discount code "ROAR" at checkout! Get access to all of our bonus audio content, livestreams, behind-the-scenes segments and more for as little as $5 per month by joining the Lions of Liberty Pride on Patreon OR support us on Locals! Lions also get 20% off all merchandise at the Lions of Liberty Store, including our hot-off-the-press Hands Up Don't Nuke! T-Shirt! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices