On October 15, 2024, the Phelan US Centre at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) hosted a lecture titled "What AI is doing to America's democracy." The event featured Professor Lawrence Lessig, the Roy L. Furman Professor of Law and Leadership at Harvard Law School, who discussed the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2024 American election and its broader implications for democracy. The lecture was chaired by LSE President and Vice Chancellor Larry Kramer.
During the lecture, Professor Lessig examined how AI technologies have influenced the political landscape, particularly focusing on the 2024 American election. He addressed concerns about misinformation, the role of AI in shaping public opinion, and the challenges these pose to democratic processes. The discussion also touched upon potential solutions, such as legislative measures and citizen assemblies, to mitigate the negative effects of AI on democracy.
The event was held in the Sheikh Zayed Theatre, Cheng Kin Ku Building, and was accessible both in-person and online, allowing a global audience to participate. A video recording and podcast of the event are available for those interested in the detailed discussions and insights shared.
This lecture was particularly relevant for policymakers, technologists, scholars, and citizens concerned about the intersection of technology and democratic governance. Attendees gained valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the context of democratic institutions.
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Larry Kramer
President and Vice Chancellor at London School of Economics and Political Science
Larry Kramer has been President and Vice Chancellor of LSE since April 2024. A constitutional scholar, university administrator, and philanthropic leader, he was previously the President of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation and the Dean of Stanford Law School.
Lawrence Lessig
Roy L. Furman Professor of Law and Leadership at Harvard Law School
Lawrence Lessig is the Roy L. Furman Professor of Law and Leadership at Harvard Law School. Cited by The New Yorker as 'the most important thinker on intellectual property in the internet era', Lessig now focuses on 'institutional corruption', especially as that affects democracy. He is the author of many books, including They Don’t Represent Us: Reclaiming Our Democracy and Fidelity & Constraint: How the Supreme Court Has Read the American Constitution.
Event Details
- Date
- October 15, 2024
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- Sheikh Zayed Theatre, Cheng Kin Ku Building
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Policymakers, technologists, scholars, concerned citizens
- Attendees
- Not specified