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How a Congressional Primary Became a Proxy Battle Over A.I.

The Democratic primary in New York's 12th Congressional District, featuring candidate Alex Bores, has turned into a proxy war between AI companies OpenAI and Anthropic over regulation. Bores, an advocate for AI regulation, faces opposition from a super PAC funded by OpenAI and Andreessen Horowitz, while Anthropic-backed groups support him. The race reflects the deep national divide over AI regulation.

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How a Congressional Primary Became a Proxy Battle Over A.I.
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  • Alex Bores, a New York state assemblyman who advocates AI regulation, is targeted by a super PAC funded by OpenAI and Andreessen Horowitz.
  • Anthropic supports Bores through its affiliated organization Public First, creating a proxy battle between the two AI companies.
  • AI regulation has become a national issue, with voters ranking it more important than climate change, child care, and abortion.
  • Bores proposes moderate regulatory measures, including an AI usage tax and a sovereign wealth fund, to balance innovation and public interest.

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