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The AI Revolution: Navigating Its Impact on Elections
By LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS MINNEAPOLIS In the evolving landscape of democracy, elections have long stood as the cornerstone of citizen participation and political representation. But with the rise of data-driven campaigning powered by artificial intelligence (AI) technology, the electoral process is rapidly being revolutionized in unprecedented and unpredictable ways. While AI represents clear progress for campaign outreach, messaging, and fundraising, all benefitting the electoral process, it also poses a threat to the very foundational principles of democratic systems by enabling the widespread dissemination of disinformation. Here we take a closer look at the enormous impact of these AI transformations on campaigns and elections worldwide - and what can be done about it. What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?Artificial Intelligence (AI) AI is advanced computer technology that uses smart, human-like cognitive abilities to analyze enormous amounts of data in order to perform [...]
