Restrictions on AI Development and the Chinese Threat

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A plurality of Americans agree that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) becoming the world leader in AI technology is a greater risk to American safety than rapid AI development in the US.

WHY IT MATTERS

In 2022 the White House published the “Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights.” Although not legally enforceable, this bill of rights may inspire future legislation restricting AI. Limiting AI development in the US may allow China to become the world leader in AI technology.

HOW TO USE THIS DATA

The results show that the threat of China becoming the world leader in AI can soften support for restrictions on AI development in the US. However, rapid development is still a minority position.

Preference for AI Development Restrictions

• 66% of Americans prefer policies that limit rapid AI development in the US, including 66% of Republicans, 64% of Democrats, and 65% of swing voters.
• 65% of New Majority and 67% of Left Minority voters prefer limiting rapid AI development in the US.
• 19% of Americans prefer policies that allow rapid AI development in the US.