But I think that is one of the things he should be admired for. How can anyone know how an ambitious approach will pan out without the great risk of going all in?
Anyone willing to risk a Don Quixote aspect to their career, in pursuit of a breakthrough, is someone who cares deeply about something beyond themselves.
And recognizing the limits of Lenat’s impact today doesn’t preclude both the direct and indirect impact on future progress.
I found him inspiring on multiple levels.