August 22, 2025

Sometimes it's OK: How Citizens Understand and Experience the Use of Generative AI in Elections

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Survey reveals citizen encounters with disinformation in Germany, Netherlands, and Poland, suggesting insights for campaign policies.

Citizens frequently encounter AI-generated disinformation, particularly in text and videos, highlighting concerns for electoral integrity.
A survey of 2,894 citizens showed that disinformation often aligns with prior beliefs, influencing acceptance of GenAI's political use.
The study method involved surveying participants after the 2024 EU Parliament elections to assess their views on GenAI disinformation.
Findings may inform strategies for enhancing democratic resilience and guiding campaign policies in the age of AI.

Farooq et al. (2025) studied this question.

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