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NYC Mayor Mamdani Calls for Public Pushback on Rapid AI Adoption

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani, joined by actress Ilana Glazer, warned New Yorkers that the swift rollout of artificial intelligence in schools and real estate is not inevitable and that officials must hold AI companies accountable. Mamdani said, "nothing has to be," and cautioned against an "intent to overwhelm" that leaves citizens feeling they have no choice. He urged residents to seize the moment to reclaim control over how AI is integrated into public life. The mayor’s remarks highlight growing concerns about unchecked AI deployment and the need for transparent, responsible governance.

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New York Mayor Mamdani urges residents to resist AI rollout, cites federal inaction
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    New York Mayor Mamdani urges residents to resist AI rollout, cites federal inaction

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    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and activist Ilana Glazer discussed AI's societal impact at an event hosted by the AI Now Institute. Mamdani argued that the rapid rollout of AI is not inevitable and called for public officials to hold AI companies accountable, citing federal inaction. He highlighted recent city policies banning AI in public schools and requiring AI disclosure in real estate listings to protect residents. Mamdani criticized the 'complete abdication of federal law' on AI regulation, stating that national focus on AI as an 'arms race with China' sidelines humanistic concerns.

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