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10.08.2026

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Valentin Hofmann Featured in San Francisco Chronicle on AI Chatbots in Politics

Examining the Risks of AI in Political Communication

MCML PI Valentin Hofmann is featured in a recent San Francisco Chronicle article examining the use of artificial intelligence in political campaigns. The article focuses on a controversial AI chatbot launched by California State Senator Scott Wiener to satirize his congressional opponent, Connie Chan.

The controversy highlights broader questions about how AI-generated content can shape political communication and public perception. Hofmann’s expertise in language models contributes to the discussion of the capabilities and risks of using AI systems to generate content in sensitive political contexts.

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