2028 Dems dodge on Bernie's push to pause AI development
Summary
Many Democratic candidates for president in 2028 are avoiding Bernie Sanders’ call to stop developing artificial intelligence (AI). While some progressives support pausing the building of AI data centers, most candidates have not fully embraced this position or clearly explained their plans to manage AI risks.Key Facts
- Bernie Sanders has called for AI companies to stop creating machines humans cannot control.
- Nearly 20 potential Democratic presidential candidates were asked about supporting Sanders’ AI pause; only one responded directly.
- Many Democrats did not respond at all, including Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, and Pete Buttigieg.
- Progressives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ro Khanna support some form of pause on AI data centers.
- Some Democrats like Rahm Emanuel criticized the idea, saying a pause should lead to a comprehensive energy plan.
- Democratic strategists worry their party is slow to address voter concerns about AI and data centers.
- Republicans and some Democrats running in 2024 midterms have supported temporary halts on AI data center projects due to voter opposition.
- Voters’ opposition to local AI data centers is strong, with 70% against them in a recent Fox News poll.
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