Elizabeth Szkirpan writes: “In a field shaped by strong values, many librarians cite ethical concerns with labor, copyright, privacy, and the environmental impact of artificial intelligence (AI). Some professionals are shirking it altogether. However, as vendors continue to integrate AI into library platforms, patrons increasingly rely on these tools for everyday tasks, and institutions commit to AI-forward strategies, complete disengagement is not an option for today’s librarian. So, what does ethical AI interaction look like in a role where you can’t ignore or cut it out altogether? Balance is key.”