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Bowling Green's AI-Powered Democratic Experiment: A Glimpse into the Future of Civic Engagement
Bowling Green's AI-Powered Democratic Experiment: A Glimpse into the Future of Civic Engagement
Bowling Green, Kentucky, conducted an AI-driven experiment to engage residents in city planning using the Pol.is platform. Over a month, 7,890 residents participated, with 2,000 submitting ideas for a 25-year plan. Key priorities included enhancing local healthcare, encouraging business development, and preserving historic sites. While many ideas gained over 80% agreement, some, like recreational marijuana legalization, were more contentious. Moderators screened submissions to avoid redundancy and ensure relevance. Experts commend the high engagement but caution about self-selection biases and the need for further deliberation to transform brief ideas into actionable policies. The success of this democratic exercise will ultimately depend on how the city implements these ideas and communicates decisions to its residents. Results will inform recommendations to Warren County leadership later this year.
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