How Alex Bores' Who Decides seeks to make AI safety a standard Democratic position, like being pro-choice, in 2028, as tech-funded rivals vie for influence (David Freedlander/New York Magazine)
The initiative known as Who Decides, led by Alex Bores, aims to establish artificial intelligence safety as a foundational party position by 2028. Backers intend for this platform issue to become a baseline expectation within the party, mirroring established stances like being pro-choice. However, tech-funded rivals are actively competing for influence over the direction of the party's technological policy. This ongoing clash highlights an intensifying national debate regarding how strict policy and regulation should be toward emerging technologies.
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Organizers want AI safety to become a non-negotiable party stance similar to being pro-ch…: Organizers want AI safety to become a non-negotiable party stance similar to being pro-choice.
The initiative faces direct competition from well-funded technology rivals seeking their…: The initiative faces direct competition from well-funded technology rivals seeking their own political leverage.
The debate reflects deepening divisions over the future of artificial intelligence policy…: The debate reflects deepening divisions over the future of artificial intelligence policy and regulation.
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