Rob Bennett

Priors: NYDN, NYT, WSJ, Columbia Journalism. Founding Director of Creative Comms, NYC Mayor’s Office.

[Andrea 🇮🇹🇪🇺 @ClassicalSocdem]

“I’m the son of poor Mexican immigrants, the first in my family to go to college” Becerra said.

“You are a billionaire businessman, son of a Nuremberg prosecutor. We have nothing in common.”

“Perhaps we do”, responded Steyer
“We are both traitors to our class.”

[DiscussingFilm @DiscussingFilm]

Jon Hamm is the narrator for the new ad campaign for CA governer candidate Tom Steyer.

“Tom understands that a thriving film & entertainment industry is essential to a thriving California.”

[Katie Massie @KatieMassie_]

Something cool about working for @TomSteyer is that he often says, mid-interview, "I love hard questions," and refuses to let staff screen questions, saying "If my answer isn't good enough, that's on me."

Just something to think about today.

[David Axelrod @davidaxelrod]

As HHS Secy during COVID, Becerra rarely was the administration's point person in communicating to the American people on the pandemic. This may be the reason why.

[Rob Pyers @rpyers]

"I don't know if you got your talking points from Donald Trump..."
"It's from the New York Times article."

[Joe @electionsjoe]

Big Oil Becerra

[Demand Progress @demandprogress]

JUST NOW: @SenTomCotton threatens @RonWyden for trying to declassify a secret court opinion on systemic FISA abuses before any long-term extension. 

“One of these days there are going to be some consequences, and it may be while I’m the chairman of this committee”

[Sneha @SnehaRevanur]

.@PeteButtigieg says it’s time to game plan for an AI economy:

[Sneha @SnehaRevanur]

This could be the best or worst time ever to start a career.

AI is now your coworker, competitor … and maybe even your replacement.

Leaders have been fumbling for words on what’s next. Today, we offer Game Plan, your playbook to prepare for AI. 🧵

[Lana Parrilla @LanaParrilla]

I sat down with @So8res to discuss his new book about the real risks of superhuman AI. To be honest, this conversation was unsettling.

I believe that action and education are the antidote to despair, so join me in reading “If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies” and let me know how you feel about AI.  

https://t.co/3Z7YAT587R

[Rob Bennett @rob_bennett]

Now @MarkRuffalo, @johncusack, Rosie O’Donnell, and Alex Winter.

[Ian Bruce @IanBRUCEstudio]

LIVE with @shoshanazuboff now!

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[Ian Bruce @IanBRUCEstudio]

LIVE with @shoshanazuboff now!

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[Frances Fisher @Frances_Fisher]

I’m showing you my voter score—now show me yours! 🗳️

Did you know your voting record is public? Not who you voted for, but whether or not you showed up. Check your score at https://t.co/DXUEsRtXCR (or https://t.co/jEpt0uGfiU) and let me know what you find.

[Mark Ruffalo @MarkRuffalo]

Please read @hitRECordJoe and my op-ed for @TIME today on the impact of AI and the need for regulation.

Next time legislation like this comes up for a vote, we will fight in greater numbers to make our government work for everyone, not just for big business. Let’s all stay informed, speak out, and demand better from our leaders. Gov @GavinNewsom may have failed us this time, but if we all stand together, we won’t let it happen again.

Article: https://t.co/kUwuLYJARy

[Joseph Gordon-Levitt @hitRECordJoe]

Some in Silicon Valley dismiss the potential downsides of AI as science fiction.

It’s probably not a coincidence that the loudest of these voices are positioned to make ungodly amounts of money in the AI business.

My new OpEd w @MarkRuffalo 👇

https://t.co/A6jMBJOBGk

[jordan @JordanUhl]

SB 1047 had the backing of AI safety groups, responsible tech orgs and many unions.

By vetoing it, Newsom sided with Big Tech, billionaire-backed VC firms & the Chamber of Commerce.

https://t.co/5DQFLWWMQc

[jordan @JordanUhl]

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Folks who want to help can also find donation links here:

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[Joseph Gordon-Levitt @hitRECordJoe]

AI can and will be used for so much good. But just like we’ve seen with social media, there could also be seriously damaging side effects if governments don’t lay down some rules. I was hoping to see California step up and lead the way with #SB1047. And while I’m disappointed to see the bill vetoed, I’m also truly inspired to have seen so many people stand up and raise their voices in support of it. Next time AI legislation like this is up for a vote, we’ll be back in force to get it over the finish line.

[Mark Ruffalo @MarkRuffalo]

Despite widespread support from AI creators, the public, labor unions, and most Californians, Governor @GavinNewsom decided to veto #SB1047. Like it or not, Newsom’s explanation echoes the influence fossil fuel industries have had over politicians in the past, or the chemical industry’s method of delaying regulation of “forever chemicals” by claiming they were an “economic driver.” This is dangerous thinking and has led to catastrophic outcomes time and again.

This bill was unique in addressing catastrophic risks to all of us from AI models, and it sought to regulate the entire industry.

The need for comprehensive AI regulation remains urgent and unresolved. If Governor Newsom won’t act, others must.