Using generative AI for election-related research
Summary
Marketplace correspondent David Brancaccio examines AI's role in the 2026 midterms by testing ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini on California ballot propositions, noting initial errors but useful results after verification. He discusses research from Cornell showing that brief AI conversations can influence voting decisions more effectively than traditional ads. The segment concludes with practical advice for voters, including using multiple chatbots, verifying sources, and instructing AI to avoid sycophancy.
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