Former Mit Scientist Joscha Bach Funded by Epstein Made Racist Claims in Private
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Former MIT scientist Joscha Bach, funded by Jeffrey Epstein, has been revealed to have made racist claims in private, sparking controversy. Bach has been known for his work in AI and cognitive science. The news has raised concerns about the implications of Epstein's funding and the private views of researchers. The story is based on an article in the Boston Globe.
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