Why not normalise use of AI in writing?

The article argues for normalizing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in writing, challenging the ethical objections often raised. It posits that resistance to AI stems from a threat to existing power structures and traditional models of knowledge production, particularly Western and elitist ones. The author draws historical parallels to show how new technologies that redistribute access to power are consistently resisted. The article distinguishes AI-assisted writing from plagiarism and refutes common arguments against AI, such as threats to originality, critical intellect, data privacy, and human creativity. It highlights AI's potential as a 'de-colonial tool' by democratizing linguistic capital and enabling non-native English speakers to compete with native speakers, thereby challenging linguistic monopolies.