Artificial Intelligence

The Democratic Party is currently facing significant challenges in regaining favor after recent electoral losses, as only 33 percent of Americans view the party positively. The party's struggle to adapt and connect with voters indicates a pressing need for strategic changes to compete effectively in future elections, per commentary from American Enterprise Institute.

Journalism is currently facing significant challenges related to staff layoffs and the rise of artificial intelligence. As automation increases, the representation of diverse voices is at risk, impacting the quality and integrity of reporting, per commentary from Brookings.

The exponential growth of artificial intelligence (AI) systems is driving unprecedented demands for power that could overwhelm existing infrastructure. If not addressed, U.S. companies may have to relocate AI operations overseas, jeopardizing national competitiveness and security, per commentary from RAND Corporation. 

• Christopher S. Chivvis and Jennifer Kavanagh at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace discuss the potential for AI to both enhance and complicate decision-making within the U.S. National Security Council, highlighting challenges like information overload and misperceptions.
• The article asserts that advanced AI could combat groupthink by offering diverse perspectives but also risks intensifying it due to overconfidence in AI systems, and emphasizes the need for training and AI governance to ensure effective use and stability in crises.

• Tom Wheeler and Blair Levin at Brookings argue that the FTC and DOJ should investigate AI collaborations and transactions for antitrust concerns while simultaneously encouraging AI safety standards through industry cooperation.
• They propose a model that balances competition and AI safety, advocating supervised processes, market incentives, and regulatory oversight to ensure AI companies collaborate on safety without undermining competitive markets.

• AI has the potential to improve election administration but requires vigilant monitoring for risks such as phishing attacks, misinformation, and potential bias in voter rolls.
• Policymakers, advocates, and citizens need to stay informed about technological advancements to harness AI's positive potential.