Politics and the Future of AI

This chapter examines the complex relationship between politics and artificial intelligence, focusing on skepticism within the MAGA coalition. It explores the philosophical underpinnings of AI advocacy, contrasting visions for humanity's technological future, and the rise of movements advocating for distancing from AI, like the 'neo-Amish' lifestyle. Additionally, it analyzes the historical roots of transhumanism and its implications in contemporary society, influenced by key figures and broader ideological movements.