politicsTuesday, October 6
Direct action against AI firms is growing, and new polling confirms most Americans want development to slow down. Meanwhile, local governments are stepping into the regulatory void left by Congress, with LA County considering a data center ban and NYC holding a hearing on AI risks.
The anti-AI movement is moving from online outrage to in-person disruption, and the numbers back up the anger.
A group called 'Pull The Plug' is escalating from protests to direct action at tech events. The Guardian reports membership is surging as AI safety warnings pile up.
A Quinnipiac poll finds 77% of Americans want AI development to slow or stop until safety is verified. Only 5% want faster progress. Trust in AI company leaders is at 74% low confidence.
While Congress stalls, cities and counties are starting to write their own rules for AI infrastructure.
NYC's City Council is holding a hearing on AI policy, partly in response to Sam Altman's recent comments that society should accept some negative consequences from AI. Local governments are filling the federal gap.
LA County supervisors are considering a ban on large-scale data centers in unincorporated areas, citing energy, water, and public health concerns. It's a concrete local response to AI's physical footprint.
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