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A.J. Reed is a pseudonym for a former analyst with over a decade of experience working at the intersection of technology, cognitive science, education, and civic engagement. He is a passionate advocate committed to fostering critical thinking and exploring democratic themes through thought-provoking stories that aim to empower readers to analyze, question, and grow in an increasingly complex digital age.

The techno-political thriller "Stealing Democracy" is the first of several works that explore the uncanny valley of modern life, where convenience and algorithmic control have become indistinguishable.