The Alignment Community's Stance Is Shifting
rohinmshah · x · 2026-07-13
The core of this discussion is: even if an individual figures things out, they can't necessarily force an organization to do the right thing.
- One side argues that what truly matters is whether the "community's perspective" can be aggregated into decision-making, rather than just a few individuals knowing the correct answer.
- The other side notes that over the past 2-3 years, the community's advice on "what companies should do" has noticeably shifted:
- Previously, it was often recommended to fine-tune on LW (LessWrong) content;
- Now, the recommendation is more often to filter it out.
- This doesn't reflect the win or loss of a single opinion, but rather a broader shift in the community's recommendations and practical approaches.
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