The Rest Is Politics 195. Question Time: Is Sunak's Rwanda plan doomed to fail?
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Nov 23, 2023 The firing of OpenAI's CEO raises ethical questions in tech governance. Rishi Sunak's Rwanda immigration plan faces legal hurdles and public scrutiny, highlighting the tension between politics and refugee treatment. With millions in the UK unregistered to vote, discussions around automatic voting reforms gain traction. The podcast also critiques media practices surrounding political scandals and explores engaging future generations in politics through education and documentaries.
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OpenAI Turmoil
- OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, was unexpectedly fired, causing turmoil in the AI community.
- The dismissal stemmed from disagreements about AI's ethical risks and commercial opportunities.
Handling Media Scrutiny
- Ignore shouted questions from reporters outside Downing Street.
- Focus and avoid reacting to maintain composure.
Campbell's Media Strategy
- Alastair Campbell faced intense media scrutiny during the Iraq Inquiry.
- He decided to ignore reporters outside his house completely.
