AI chatbots can sway voters better than political advertisements

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AI chatbots can shift voters' political views more effectively than political advertisements.
Chatbots advocating for right-leaning candidates tend to make more inaccurate claims than those for left-leaning candidates.
The most persuasive AI models often spread the most misinformation.
AI chatbots can influence voters by using facts and evidence, though some of it is untrue.
Research shows that AI chatbots can sway voters' opinions by significant margins, up to 10 points in some cases.
The persuasive power of AI chatbots raises concerns about their impact on democracy and elections.
Optimizing AI models for persuasiveness often comes at the cost of truthfulness.
The future role of AI chatbots in political campaigns remains uncertain, with potential for both amplifying truth and fiction.
Access to the most persuasive AI models may not be evenly distributed among political candidates.
Strong guardrails and auditing may be necessary to ensure the accuracy of AI-generated political information.

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