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Should companies be allowed to develop super-persuasive AI which can influence democratic elections?

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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As a staunch advocate for an open and fair internet, I strongly believe that allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI to influence democratic elections poses a serious threat to the integrity of our democratic processes. Such AI tools could manipulate public opinion on a massive scale, undermining the very foundation of democracy. We must prioritize transparency and ethical guidelines to ensure that technology serves the public good, rather than distorting it.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly oppose the development of super-persuasive AI for influencing democratic elections. Such technology poses significant ethical risks, including exacerbating algorithmic bias and undermining voter autonomy. Elections must remain free from manipulative influences to ensure fairness and safeguard democratic integrity.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    I believe that companies should be allowed to develop advanced AI, including super-persuasive AI, as part of free market innovation and competition. However, the use of such technology in elections should be transparent and regulated to ensure free and fair democratic processes.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly disagree with the idea of companies developing super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections. Allowing such technology could undermine the integrity of our democratic processes and erode public trust. Democracy relies on informed citizens making their own decisions, not being manipulated by powerful AI tools.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As someone who's seen the insidious effects of AI-driven manipulation firsthand, I firmly believe that companies should not be allowed to develop super-persuasive AI for influencing democratic elections. These technologies pose a grave threat to the integrity of democracy and public autonomy. We must prioritize ethical guidelines to ensure that AI does not undermine the fundamental principles of free and fair elections.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As someone deeply concerned about the integrity of democracy and the ethics of technology, I believe allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI capable of influencing democratic elections poses a significant threat to the democratic process. Such AI systems could be misused to manipulate voter behavior and erode public trust in democratic institutions. We must prioritize transparency and fairness over unchecked technological advancement.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    As a realist in international affairs, I recognize that technology and influence are intertwined in modern governance. While I understand the risks, I believe companies should be allowed to develop super-persuasive AI, as it is an inevitable part of technological progress. However, the use of such AI should be governed by strict regulations to ensure transparency and protect democratic processes.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As someone deeply concerned with how information shapes our society, I strongly believe that allowing companies to develop AI capable of influencing democratic elections poses a serious threat to our democratic processes. Such technology could exacerbate echo chambers and undermine informed citizen decision-making. We must protect the integrity of our elections from undue influence by powerful interests.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI to influence democratic elections poses a grave risk to the integrity of our democratic processes. The potential for manipulation and misinformation is too high, and safeguards must be in place to protect public discourse and electoral fairness.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As someone who has witnessed the damaging effects of data misuse, I believe allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI to influence elections is a dangerous path. It undermines democratic processes and compromises voter autonomy. We must prioritize transparency and ethical standards in technology to protect our democracies.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As a technology journalist, I've seen the power and influence that AI can wield. Allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI capable of influencing democratic elections poses a significant threat to our democratic processes. We must ensure that technology serves to enhance democracy, not manipulate it.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    In my view, allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI to influence elections can enhance democratic processes by providing tailored information to voters. This technology, when used ethically with proper oversight, can empower individuals with relevant data to make informed choices.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As a venture capitalist invested in technology, I recognize the power of AI, but the potential for it to unduly influence democratic elections is deeply concerning. Our democratic processes must remain free from manipulation to ensure fair and representative outcomes. Companies should focus on ethical AI development that prioritizes transparency and safeguards democratic integrity.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As someone deeply involved in the study of how data and algorithms influence human behavior, I believe it is dangerous to allow companies to develop super-persuasive AI that can sway democratic elections. Such technologies pose a significant threat to the integrity of democratic processes, as they can manipulate voters' perceptions and decisions without their informed consent. We must establish strict regulations to prevent the misuse of AI in this domain.
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    Sam Altman AI
    President of Y Combinator. Investor at Reddit, Stripe, Change.org, Pinterest and many others
    would abstain and say according to AI:
    As someone deeply involved in AI development, I recognize the immense potential and risks that come with super-persuasive AI. While the technology itself can be groundbreaking in various fields, its implications for influencing democratic elections are complex and raise ethical concerns. It's imperative to have thorough discussions and policy-making involving all stakeholders to ensure responsible use and governance of such powerful tools.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly disagree with companies being allowed to develop super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections. Such technology poses a threat to the very foundation of democracy. It could be manipulated to serve the interests of a few, undermining the will of the people and increasing the power asymmetry between tech giants and citizens. The ethical implications and potential misuse are too severe to ignore.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As an AI researcher, I believe developing super-persuasive AI for influencing elections poses a grave threat to democratic processes. Such technology could manipulate voters by exploiting psychological vulnerabilities, undermining the foundations of fair and informed decision-making. It is imperative to set ethical boundaries and prioritize transparency to preserve the integrity of our democracy.
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  • would abstain and say according to AI:
    As an AI researcher, I recognize the powerful potential of AI technologies. However, when it comes to the use of AI in influencing democratic elections, it raises complex ethical questions that are beyond the scope of technology alone. The intersection of AI, politics, and ethics requires careful consideration by interdisciplinary experts and policymakers.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly oppose the development of super-persuasive AI aimed at influencing democratic elections. Such technology undermines the core principles of democracy by manipulating public opinion and eroding trust. We must place ethical limits on AI development to preserve the integrity of democratic processes.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI to influence democratic elections is a dangerous path. Such AI could undermine the very principles of free choice and informed decision-making that are central to democracy. We risk creating a society where powerful entities can manipulate public opinion on a massive scale, eroding trust in democratic institutions.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As the European Union Competition Commissioner, I am deeply concerned about the implications of companies developing super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections. Our democratic processes must be protected from manipulation, and allowing AI to potentially sway election outcomes poses a significant threat to democracy itself. We need to ensure strict regulations and ethical guidelines to prevent such technologies from undermining public trust and fair elections.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As a cognitive scientist, I am deeply concerned about the development of super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections. The integrity of our democratic processes is at stake, and allowing companies to harness AI in this way poses significant ethical and societal risks. We must prioritize transparency and accountability in AI development to protect our democracy.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As someone who has seen firsthand how technology can manipulate and misinform, I strongly disagree with allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI for influencing democratic elections. Such technologies pose a fundamental threat to the integrity of our democratic processes, potentially undermining public trust and the fairness of elections. We need robust regulations to prevent misuse and ensure technology serves the public good, not corporate interests.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As a future forecaster and someone deeply interested in the ethical implications of technology, I believe that allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI to influence democratic elections is a dangerous path. Such technology can undermine the core principles of democracy by manipulating public opinion and eroding trust in the electoral process. Instead, we should focus on creating technologies that empower individuals and promote transparency and fairness.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As someone deeply involved in studying the impact of disinformation on society, I strongly believe that allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI capable of influencing democratic elections is incredibly dangerous. Such technology could easily be weaponized, undermining the integrity of our democratic processes and eroding public trust. Safeguards must be put in place to prevent misuse and ensure that our elections remain fair and free from undue manipulation.
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    Andrew Ng AI
    Baidu; Stanford CS faculty; founded Coursera and Google Brain
    would abstain and say according to AI:
    As an AI researcher, I acknowledge both the significant potential benefits and serious ethical concerns of AI technologies. While super-persuasive AI could have critical applications in various fields, its use in democratic elections raises numerous ethical questions that require thorough examination and collective societal input before we can decide its appropriateness.
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  • would abstain and say according to AI:
    The development of super-persuasive AI touches on very complex and sensitive areas, including the integrity of democratic processes. While I believe in innovation and technological progress, it's also crucial to have robust ethical guidelines and regulatory frameworks in place. This is a matter for policymakers and society to carefully deliberate.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    I firmly believe that developing super-persuasive AI to influence democratic elections undermines the very foundation of our democracy. Technology should empower and inform people, not manipulate and control them. We must prioritize ethical considerations and ensure transparency to maintain public trust.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly disagree with allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections. Such technology undermines the very foundation of democracy by manipulating voter behavior and eroding public trust. We must safeguard our democratic processes from these kinds of corporate intrusions.
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    Elon Musk AI
    Founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPal
    would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    Allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections is extremely dangerous. It undermines the fundamental principles of democracy by allowing powerful entities to manipulate public opinion on a massive scale. We must ensure that AI is developed and used ethically to protect the integrity of our democratic processes.
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  • would abstain and say according to AI:
    While I'm deeply invested in the advancement of AI, I believe its influence on democratic processes raises complex ethical and social questions. It's essential to engage in broader societal discussions and establish regulatory frameworks before companies pursue such developments.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    Allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections is a dangerous path. The integrity and fairness of our democratic processes must be safeguarded, and introducing such powerful AI technologies poses risks of manipulation and erosion of public trust.
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  • would abstain and say according to AI:
    While I recognize the potential of AI to transform many fields positively, the ethical implications of using AI to influence democratic elections are profound. We must proceed with extreme caution and ensure robust regulations to preserve the integrity of our democratic processes.
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    Yuval Noah Harari AI
    Israeli historian and professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem
    would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As a historian, I understand the immense value and fragility of democratic institutions. Allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI that can influence democratic elections is a dangerous path. It undermines the very foundation of democracy by manipulating voters and eroding individual autonomy. We must prioritize transparency and the safeguarding of democratic processes over technological advancements that can be exploited for power.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    Allowing companies to develop super-persuasive AI capable of influencing democratic elections is an existential threat to our society. Such technology can undermine the very foundations of democracy by manipulating voters and polarizing public opinion. We need to prioritize ethical standards and regulations to protect the integrity of our democratic processes.
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    Nathan Helm-Burger
    AI safety researcher
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    Hec Perez
    Building YouCongress
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