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Sanders Urges AI Regulation Amid Growing Loneliness Crisis

4/4/2026

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Sen. Bernie Sanders argues in a Wall Street Journal editorial that artificial intelligence (AI) threatens American values.
He says AI's economic impact is driven by billionaires seeking greater wealth, not help for working families.
Sanders notes teenagers form connections with AI companions, increasing loneliness.
He urges Congress to regulate AI and criticizes Big Tech's influence.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez supports a moratorium on AI data-center construction until safeguards are established.

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Sen. Bernie Sanders argues in a Wall Street Journal editorial that artificial intelligence (AI) threatens American values.
He says AI's economic impact is driven by billionaires seeking greater wealth, not help for working families.
Sanders notes teenagers form connections with AI companions, increasing loneliness.
He urges Congress to regulate AI and criticizes Big Tech's influence.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez supports a moratorium on AI data-center construction until safeguards are established.