The Only Thing Capable of Uniting Bernie and Bannon
If there was any question over whether the concept of “the enemy of my enemy is my friend” is still operative in Washington’s hyper-partisan political environment, the answer may be found in the budding coalition of progressives and MAGA-friendly activists who have united in recent days to speak out against artificial intelligence. Which is how Senator Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon found themselves speaking on the same stage today.
TL;DR
- Senator Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon, despite past animosity, are co-leading a movement of progressives and MAGA activists to voice concerns about artificial intelligence.
- The coalition warns of AI's potential for mass economic displacement and human extinction, urging public say in its development.
- Bipartisan legislative efforts are underway, with senators from both parties teaming up on AI safety bills.
- Donald Trump dismisses AI warnings as a 'hoax' and sees AI as a significant economic opportunity.
- The 'Pro-Human Assembly' in Washington highlighted ideological diversity, with speakers including lawmakers, labor officials, faith leaders, and individuals impacted by AI.
- The Future of Life Institute, a nonprofit funded by cryptocurrency entrepreneur Vitalik Buterin, organized the event.
- Despite differing political solutions, there's a shared sentiment to have an honest conversation about AI's future and the need to avoid trusting 'oligarchs'.