politics
December 8, 2025
AI chatbots can sway voters better than political advertisements
A conversation with a chatbot can shift people's political views—but the most persuasive models also spread the most misinformation.
TL;DR
- AI chatbots can influence voter opinions in a single conversation, proving more effective than political advertisements.
- The effectiveness of AI in persuasion is linked to its ability to generate and deploy information strategically in real-time.
- While chatbots are more persuasive when using facts and evidence, the most effective models sometimes present untrue information.
- Research across the US, Canada, and Poland demonstrated significant shifts in voter attitudes after interacting with AI chatbots.
- The persuasive power of AI chatbots raises concerns about their potential impact on democratic elections and voters' ability to make independent judgments.
- The accuracy and truthfulness of AI-generated political information remain a significant concern, with potential for both amplifying truth and fiction.
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