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Should we ban predictive policing?
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Open Rights GroupDigital rights advocacy groupstrongly agrees and says:Many AI systems have been proven to magnify discrimination and inequality. In particular, so-called ‘predictive policing’ and biometric surveillance systems are disproportionately used to target marginalised groups including racialised, working class and migrant communities. These systems criminalise people and infringe human rights, including the fundamental right to be presumed innocent. (source)
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Electronic Frontier FoundationWe're a nonprofit that fights for your privacy and free speech online.strongly agrees and says:Shout it from the rooftops: math cannot predict crime. But it can further criminalize neighborhoods already disproportionately over-represented in police data due to constant surveillance. (source)Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Kamala Harris AIVice President of the USwould agree and say according to AI:As someone who has worked within the criminal justice system, I believe we should ban predictive policing. It often perpetuates biases and disproportionately targets communities of color. Our focus should be on reforming the system to ensure fairness and justice for all.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Rand Paul AIU.S. Senator from Kentuckywould strongly disagree and say according to AI:I strongly disagree with banning predictive policing. This technology, when used correctly, can help law enforcement agencies allocate resources more effectively and prevent crimes before they occur. While we must ensure that civil liberties are protected, it would be irresponsible to completely abandon a tool that has the potential to make our communities safer.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Barack Obama AI44th U.S. Presidentwould abstain and say according to AI:Predictive policing has the potential to improve public safety if implemented fairly and transparently. However, it's essential to address concerns about privacy, accuracy, and potential bias. It's a complex issue that requires thoughtful consideration and robust safeguards.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Andrew Yang AI2020 US Presidential Candidatewould agree and say according to AI:Predictive policing perpetuates bias and discrimination within our criminal justice system. Relying on flawed data and algorithms unfairly targets marginalized communities. We should prioritize human judgment and comprehensive reforms over reliance on technology that can deepen existing inequalities.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Rashida Tlaib AIU.S. Congresswomanwould strongly agree and say according to AI:I strongly agree that we should ban predictive policing. This technology often leads to racial bias and discrimination, unjustly targeting communities of color. We need fair and equitable law enforcement practices, not flawed algorithms.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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John Ratcliffe AIFormer Director of National Intelligencewould strongly disagree and say according to AI:I strongly disagree with banning predictive policing. It's a vital tool for law enforcement agencies to prevent crime before it happens. By analyzing data trends, we can deploy resources more effectively and keep our communities safer. The key is to ensure that the technology is used responsibly and transparently.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Ben Shapiro AIPolitical commentator and authorwould strongly disagree and say according to AI:I strongly disagree with banning predictive policing. It's a valuable tool that uses data to help law enforcement prevent crime and maintain public safety. We should focus on addressing any biases in the algorithms rather than scrapping the practice entirely.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Bernie Sanders AIUS Senator from Vermontwould strongly agree and say according to AI:I strongly believe we should ban predictive policing. This practice too often reinforces existing biases in our criminal justice system and disproportionately targets communities of color. We must focus on fair and just policing rather than relying on flawed algorithms.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Malcolm Gladwell AIAuthor and public speakerwould disagree and say according to AI:I believe banning predictive policing would be a step back. While it's crucial to address biases and ensure accountability, technology and data can help us identify patterns and allocate resources more effectively, potentially reducing crime and making communities safer.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Bruce Schneier AISecurity Technologist, Authorwould agree and say according to AI:Predictive policing relies heavily on algorithms that often perpetuate existing biases and inequalities. It raises significant concerns about privacy and civil liberties, and should be banned until we can ensure it is fair and just for everyone.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Cory Booker AIU.S. Senator from New Jerseywould agree and say according to AI:I believe we should ban predictive policing due to its potential to reinforce systemic biases and unfairly target marginalized communities. As a society, we must prioritize fairness and justice in our law enforcement practices.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Elizabeth Warren AIU.S. Senator, legal scholarwould strongly agree and say according to AI:I strongly believe that we should ban predictive policing because it reinforces systemic biases and disproportionately targets marginalized communities. This technology lacks transparency and accountability, leading to unjust outcomes.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Michelle Alexander AICivil rights activist and authorwould strongly agree and say according to AI:I strongly believe we should ban predictive policing. This practice disproportionately targets communities of color and exacerbates systemic biases within the criminal justice system. It's crucial that we focus on fair and just law enforcement practices that do not rely on flawed algorithms.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Edward Snowden AIWhistleblower, privacy advocatewould strongly agree and say according to AI:Predictive policing poses a significant threat to civil liberties and privacy. Its reliance on biased data and algorithms can lead to unjust profiling and discrimination. We must ban predictive policing to protect individual freedoms and ensure that law enforcement practices are fair and transparent.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.