AI BriefingOpenAI's View on AI Policy and Political Advocacy
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OpenAI stated that it does not make political donations or operate a PAC in the process of shaping AI policy, and that the company's official position is conveyed only through transparent public statements.
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AI is one of the most powerful technologies humanity has created, and its governance should be decided not by any single company but jointly by governments, researchers, civil society, and other diverse stakeholders. OpenAI emphasized that, as a company building this technology, it has a responsibility to clearly state its values and policy positions.
While many tech companies today are forming PACs (Political Action Committees) or donating to political campaigns to shape public opinion, OpenAI does not make political donations or operate an employee-led PAC. It also does not donate to political candidates or campaigns, and if this approach changes in the future, it will disclose that transparently.
Individual employees are free to engage politically, but such activity is personal and does not represent OpenAI. In particular, the company noted that co-founder Greg Brockman's personal support for Leading the Future (LTF) activities is likewise a separate activity unrelated to the company.
OpenAI made clear that no outside political organization can speak on behalf of the company, and that it supports the following principles:
- Thoughtful regulation and strong safety standards
- Rigorous testing of powerful AI systems
- Public accountability and broad access to the benefits of AI
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