Poll Finds Overwhelming Majority Disgusted by Trump’s Relationship With AI Industry, Saying He’s Using the Tech to Tear Down Democracy
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A recent poll conducted by Upswing Research and Strategy, in collaboration with the AI accountability group Guardrails Action, reveals that the majority of Americans are deeply troubled by former President Donald Trump's relationship with the artificial intelligence industry. The survey, which focused on New York's 12th congressional district, found that a staggering 79 percent of respondents cited their "top concern" as the apparent close ties between tech companies and the Trump administration, which they believe are undermining democracy.
An overwhelming 81 percent of participants also flagged concerns over AI companies stealing data and private information, while 71 percent expressed worry about AI-integrated surveillance of American citizens. Despite New York's 12th district being a blue-leaning voting bloc, Trump's AI strategy has drawn criticism from nearly half of all respondents, who also expressed dissatisfaction with Democratic party leadership for allegedly selling out to big corporations and special interests in pursuit of campaign funding.
As a response, Guardrails Action executive director Shaunna Thomas expressed concern that tech giants like AI moguls Sam Altman are attempting to buy off government leaders and elections, emphasizing that voters want leaders who will not sell out to Big AI or Trump's fascist agenda.
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