Andrew Yang, an American businessman and former presidential candidate, dives deep into the intersection of AI, politics, and Universal Basic Income (UBI). He highlights the potential challenges AI poses to democracy, especially in the 2024 elections. Yang advocates for transformative reforms in voting systems, like ranked choice voting, to enhance civic engagement. He passionately argues for UBI as a solution to job displacement and growing inequality, proposing innovative ideas such as taxing robots to support direct financial aid for individuals.
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AI's Disruptive Potential in 2024 Election
AI could disrupt the 2024 election through deepfakes and misinformation.
Andrew Yang suggests turning off social media to avoid the cacophony.
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Politicians' Lack of Preparedness for AI
Politicians, focused on short-term gains, are ill-prepared for AI's impact on elections.
They prioritize fundraising and personal gains over systemic issues like AI threats.
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Leveraging AI for Voter Education
AI could educate voters by providing clear, concise information on candidates and issues.
This would address the information overload and lack of clarity voters face.
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A gripping, intricately plotted political thriller set on the campaign trail of the USA’s next—and because of crucial flaws in the electoral system—its last election; from former presidential candidate Andrew Yang and author Stephen Marche
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Scary Smart
The Future of Artificial Intelligence and How You Can Save Our World
Mo Gawdat
In 'Scary Smart', Mo Gawdat explores the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence, its potential risks, and how humans can maintain control over their collective future. With his extensive background in technology, particularly as the former Chief Business Officer of Google [X], Gawdat provides a clear and accessible blueprint for creating a symbiotic relationship between humans and AI. The book emphasizes the importance of human agency and responsible development of AI to safeguard humanity and the planet.
Forward
Notes on the Future of Our Democracy
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In 'Forward: Notes on the Future of Our Democracy', Andrew Yang diagnoses the systemic problems in the U.S. political system and proposes solutions such as data rights, ranked-choice voting, and fact-based governance. The book reflects on his experiences as a presidential candidate and entrepreneur, offering a blueprint for transforming outdated systems to better serve the American people.
In this episode, Peter and Andrew discuss the challenges and potential solutions for modern democracy including reinventing voting systems, potential threats from AI in the upcoming presidential elections, and UBI (Universal Basic Income).
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44:59 |Reducing Fear: UBI Explored
Andrew Yang is an American businessman, attorney, and politician. He was a candidate in the 2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries and the 2021 New York City Democratic mayoral primary. Yang is the co-chair of the Campaign for a Human-Centered Economy. His signature policy was a universal basic income (UBI) of $1,000 a month as a response to job displacement by automation. Yang has been credited with popularizing the idea of universal basic income through his candidacy and activism.
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