ALL Voices Need to Feed the Neural Network for AI to Work

{This article is NOT generated by ChatGPT except the AI image & example below.}

I have been experimenting with AI the day it was available to me. I use it every day and encourage everyone to stop using ChatGPT4 like a search engine and really challenge it with problems you might not think it is capable of solving. It will surprise you. Even complex human-centric questions are amazing --and it gets smarter every day.

The main concern I have is that the LLM (Large Language Models) are learning from our digital content, yet not all voices are digitally represented in its trainings. Additionally, many of our digitized perspectives are common but counterproductive to humanity overall.

I think about my parents' generation where the likelihood of them creating original content on the internet is uncommon if their generation is even present in the WebSphere at all. Their wisdom risks being lost in the flood of mainstream perspectives, creating an echo chamber.

Even my small GenX voice is absent from the stream of the collective consciousness as I made a choice in 2023 to depart from social media entirely (I'm only on LinkedIn)

What Google did early on to scan and digitize 24 million books (or started to, at least) was, I think, an attempt to feed LLM and seemed like a great way to recognize and represent multiple generations and perspectives from many points in history. However, we need to keep feeding the machine to help it build intelligence around more facets and perspectives than mainstream meme-driven content.

HOW CAN WE EMBODY MORE DIGITIZED LEARNING from great minds that are non-digital natives?

I attended an AI discussion last week which discussed the pros and cons of AI in politics. After the conversation, I felt a bit of despair around AI in politics, so I decided to pose the question to ChatGPT to see how it sees us and our choices for future leadership.

Honestly, I was pretty impressed with the response that I received to a potentially biased and politically charged question. It was pretty fair to both sides. So there's that... (See what I mean below).

In its assessment, there was a bit of bias: It's notable that ChatGPT did not suggest Kennedy as a candidate even though he is widely known as an alternative to the 2-party system, but it did specifically call out Andrew Yang and his Universal Basic Income even after the findings from the Sam Altman backed study last week proved that this was not a sustainable method of compensation. It may be that the fuel around this concept and linked to Yang prevailed over the content relating to Kennedy whose supporters are less likely to have a digital footprint.

MY PROMPT:

Given the polarization of US citizens in 2024 and the trends in which the country is heading, what is the optimal outcome to solve for economic stability and a return to peace between citizens with opposing views and principles? Given the presidential candidates: Trump and Harris, is there an outcome that will give rise to the strongest county with most unified citizens? Please explain your answer and predict the outcome. If your answer is neither Trump nor Harris, what alternative is plausible? [NOTE: I did not give other parameters that I would normally include in my prompt|.

ANSWER:

The current polarization of US citizens in 2024 is deeply rooted in political, social, and economic differences. Achieving economic stability and peace between citizens with opposing views and principles will require a multifaceted approach. Here's a potential pathway to the optimal outcome:

### Key Strategies for Economic Stability and Unity:

1. Bipartisan Economic Policies:

- Infrastructure Investment: Focus on bipartisan-supported infrastructure projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth. Infrastructure improvements are generally well-received across party lines.

- Tax Reform: Implement tax policies that incentivize investment in small businesses and renewable energy, which have broad support.

- Education and Training: Invest in education and vocational training programs to address skills gaps and prepare the workforce for future industries.

2. Social Policies to Bridge Divides:

- Healthcare Access: Develop a healthcare system that ensures basic healthcare access for all, which is a common ground issue.

- Criminal Justice Reform: Address systemic issues in the criminal justice system to reduce incarceration rates and improve community-police relations.

3. Civic Engagement and Dialogue:

- National Service Programs: Encourage national service programs that bring together young people from diverse backgrounds to work on community projects.

- Community Dialogues: Promote local dialogues and town hall meetings to discuss and address community concerns, fostering mutual understanding.

4. Political Leadership:

- Moderate Leadership: A leader who can appeal to the center and work across the aisle will be crucial. This may involve a third-party or independent candidate who can bridge the gap between polarized parties.

- Policy over Politics: Emphasize policy solutions over partisan rhetoric, focusing on common goals like economic growth, healthcare, and national security.

### Presidential Candidates: Trump and Harris

#### Trump:

- Pros: Known for strong economic policies, tax cuts, and deregulation which appeal to many conservatives.

- Cons: Highly polarizing figure, with a significant portion of the population strongly opposed to his leadership style and policies.

#### Harris:

- Pros: Progressive policies on social issues, healthcare, and climate change which appeal to many liberals.

- Cons: Seen as divisive by many conservatives, and her policies may be viewed as too progressive by the center-right electorate.

### Alternative Outcome:

Given the polarization, neither Trump nor Harris may be the optimal choice for unity and stability. An alternative could involve:

#### Independent or Third-Party Candidate:

- Moderate Approach: A candidate who can appeal to both sides with a moderate approach, emphasizing pragmatic solutions over ideology.

- Unified Agenda: Focus on issues that have broad support, such as infrastructure, healthcare reform, and economic policies that benefit the middle class.

#### Potential Candidates:

- Andrew Yang: Known for innovative policies like Universal Basic Income and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.

- John Kasich: Former Ohio Governor with a reputation for bipartisanship and moderate policies.

### Predicting the Outcome:

If Trump wins, we might see continued economic growth but increased social division. If Harris wins, we may see progressive reforms but potential resistance from conservative states and citizens.

An independent or third-party candidate with a moderate platform could potentially achieve:

- Economic Stability: Through balanced fiscal policies and investment in key sectors.

- Social Unity: By addressing common concerns and promoting policies that benefit a broad spectrum of the population.

- Political Reform: Encouraging electoral reforms that reduce polarization, such as ranked-choice voting.

In summary, the optimal outcome for economic stability and unity may not lie with either Trump or Harris but with a moderate, pragmatic leader who can bridge the divide and focus on common goals. This could involve an independent or third-party candidate who emphasizes bipartisan cooperation and practical solutions to national challenges.

Given that the election is in November 2024, the timeline is very tight for a third-party candidate to mount a viable presidential campaign. However, there are still some steps that could be taken to potentially make a significant impact:

### Immediate Steps for a Viable Third-Party Campaign:

1. Rapid Organization and Mobilization:

- Immediate Declaration: The candidate must declare their candidacy immediately and begin organizing their campaign.

- Campaign Infrastructure: Quickly establish a campaign infrastructure, including hiring key staff, setting up offices, and creating a digital presence.

2. Ballot Access:

- Focus on Major States: Prioritize states with more lenient ballot access requirements and those with higher electoral votes.

- Petition Drives: Launch aggressive petition drives to meet signature requirements in as many states as possible.

- Legal Challenges: If necessary, challenge restrictive ballot access laws in court to expedite the process.

3. Fundraising Blitz:

- Major Donors: Secure commitments from major donors and political action committees.

- Crowdfunding: Utilize crowdfunding platforms to raise small donations from a large number of supporters.

- Fundraising Events: Host high-profile fundraising events to generate media coverage and financial support.

4. Media Strategy:

- Maximize Earned Media: Engage in high-profile activities that attract media coverage.

- Social Media Campaign: Launch an intensive social media campaign to build awareness and support.

- Debate Inclusion: Work to meet the criteria for inclusion in presidential debates to gain national visibility.

5. Voter Outreach:

- Target Disillusioned Voters: Focus on attracting voters dissatisfied with the major party candidates.

- Grassroots Mobilization: Build a strong grassroots network to canvass, phone bank, and mobilize voters.

- Coalition Building: Form alliances with smaller parties and independent organizations to broaden the base of support.

6. Clear Policy Platform:

- Articulate a Clear Vision: Present a compelling, clear vision for the country that distinguishes the candidate from the major parties.

- Address Key Issues: Focus on key issues that resonate with a broad audience, such as economic reform, healthcare, and political corruption.

### Feasibility Considerations:

- Significant Hurdles: The candidate will face significant hurdles, including limited time for ballot access, fundraising challenges, and breaking through the media dominance of the major parties.

- Realistic Goals: While winning the presidency outright is highly unlikely, a third-party candidate can still influence the national conversation, potentially win electoral votes in key states, and set the stage for future third-party efforts.

### Conclusion:

While the timeline is extremely tight and the challenges are formidable, a well-organized, well-funded, and highly strategic campaign could still make an impact in the 2024 election. The candidate would need to act immediately, leveraging all available resources and support to build a viable campaign in the short time remaining.