Artificial intelligence and the left
Bernie Sanders wants America's largest firms to put half their stock into a sovereign wealth fund. But could an AI socialism also transform the technology into a collective resource? - 2026/09 / article
In the town of Ormskirk, Lancashire, a chef named Loren Cole used ChatGPT to challenge a parking fine imposed by the company Parkingeye. Using AI, Cole successfully argued against the fine, winning £462 in compensation and interest. This victory, part of a growing trend of individuals using AI to contest injustices, demonstrates the potential for AI to transform collective resistance.
While some on the left fear AI's potential for plagiarism, climate disaster, and economic instability, dismissing AI entirely would be a mistake. Instead, AI could offer revolutionary opportunities for marginalized groups to challenge oppressive systems. However, AI also poses risks, as user actions might inadvertently become part of AI training data, potentially amplifying resistance.
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