Democrat and Republican Politicians Are Both Terrified to Go Against the AI Industry, Even Though a Huge Majority of Both Their Voting Blocs Want Them to Do Exactly That
TL;DR
A Politico survey of more than 2,000 US adults found 62% would halt AI development if it posed existential risks, including 55% of Republicans and 66% of Democrats. Yet neither party is pushing for restrictive regulation. Democratic consultants are steering candidates in competitive races such as Don Davis, Marcy Kaptur and Henry Cuellar away from criticizing AI to avoid well-funded industry groups. Rep.
Nauti's Take
The striking part is how broad the majority is in both camps, which gives politicians a rare chance at an issue that crosses party lines. The problem is AI PAC money, which keeps candidates in tight races quiet.
For companies watching from Europe, fast US regulation looks unlikely, so stricter rules will more likely come from Brussels and individual states.
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