Memo: The Harris-Trump Debate + Safe AI

September 6, 2024
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On Tuesday, September 10, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off in a highly anticipated debate.

The showdown will be the first significant test for both candidates. Some states have already started the voting process, with North Carolina sending out absentee by-mail ballots today.

Plus, the debate could be the only time voters see Harris and Trump face off before the November general election.

This is the first presidential election where the candidates are crafting competing visions on guiding American leadership over the fast-developing technology. The Center for AI Policy (CAIP) expects at least one question on artificial intelligence (AI) during the debate.

Both Trump and Harris have spoken about AI, but not in a format as high-stakes as a presidential debate.

The Center for AI Policy (CAIP) believes the 2024 Presidential candidates need to take a stand on AI safety. We suggest three questions for the moderators to ask.

Read the full memo here.

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