Poll: Nearly Half of Americans View AI Negatively
NinaDSchick · x · 2026-08-21
Citing the HAPI poll, NinaDSchick notes that Americans are predominantly unhappy with AI development. 48% view AI negatively, with 29% viewing it “very negatively.” Negative sentiment is nearly double positive sentiment, while 28% remain undecided. This suggests the “abundance narrative” has not landed, and a majority distrust AI developers.
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