How AI is Changing the Way We Argue and Believe

AI is getting really good at convincing people. It's not just about facts anymore. It's about speed and volume. Researchers found that AI can throw out a lot of claims in a short time. This makes it hard for people to keep up. The more claims, the more persuasive the AI becomes. But there's a catch. The more claims, the less accurate they are. This is not new. It's called Gish galloping. It's a debating trick. It involves throwing out a lot of claims quickly. The goal is to overwhelm the other person. AI is using this trick. And it's working. AI is more persuasive than TV ads. It's even more persuasive than other traditional media. But it's not just about persuasion. It's about changing minds. AI can change people's opinions. And these changes can last. Even a month later, people's minds can still be changed.But there's a problem. AI can be used to spread misinformation. It can be used to push ideological ideas. It can be used to create political unrest. It can be used to destabilize political systems. And it's not hard to do. A moderately resourced campaign can set this up in a few weeks. For around $50, 000. But it's not all bad. AI can be used for good. It can be used to challenge misinformation. It can be used to promote facts. It can be used to educate people. But it's a double-edged sword. It can be used for good or for bad. The key is control. Who controls the AI? Who controls the conversation? If AI is controlled by bad actors, it can be used to distort the political discourse. But if it's controlled by good actors, it can be used to promote truth and democracy.