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OpenAI's Chris Lehane Advocates for AI Policy Ahead of 2028 Election

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OpenAI's chief global affairs officer, Chris Lehane, argues that the 2028 presidential election could be pivotal for AI, urging politicians to create policies that address public concerns about the technology. He outlines five policy priorities aimed at ensuring equitable benefits from AI while acknowledging the economic anxieties of Americans. The proposals mark a shift from OpenAI's previous focus on accelerating AI development and reducing regulatory barriers.

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Primary: TechCrunch

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New corroborating source added: TechCrunch published an update on Wed, 04 No ("OpenAI is already trying to shape the 2028 election").

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Lehane compares AI's potential to reshape the economy to President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal.

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Lehane suggests incentives for workers to learn AI skills and easier capital access for entrepreneurs.

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OpenAI opposed California’s AI safety bill, SB 1047, which would have mandated catastrophic risk evaluations.

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Lehane emphasizes the importance of age-appropriate protections around AI companions for minors.

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