OpenAI Proposes New Deal-Style Policy Framework for 2028 Election
· Technology · TechCrunch
OpenAI Chief Global Affairs Officer Chris Lehane has proposed a policy framework for the 2028 US presidential election, drawing parallels between the current AI-driven economic shift and the 1930s New Deal. The proposal outlines five priorities, including worker protections, education, AI safety, and data center development, aimed at addressing voter anxiety over job displacement and rising electricity costs. Critics, including the AI Now Institute, argue the plan serves the corporate interests of AI companies rather than public welfare. While AI was not a primary focus in recent midterm elections, opposition to data center infrastructure has emerged as a significant bipartisan concern. Lehane urges politicians to move beyond anti-AI sentiment to develop a path that integrates AI benefits into the broader economy.
Why it matters
The proposal signals a shift in how major AI firms are attempting to influence federal policy and public perception ahead of the 2028 election. It highlights the growing tension between corporate infrastructure expansion and public concerns over electricity costs and job security.
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