THE POLITICS OF AI

2026

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1) This paper reveals that while Democrats report higher AI usage at work, these differences are primarily driven by occupational and educational sorting rather than inherent political differences in technology adoption.
2) * Examines partisan differences in self-reported AI use at work, finding Democrats use AI more frequently.
* Analyzes occupational exposure to AI and perceived job displacement risk across political affiliations.
* Demonstrates that controlling for education, industry, and occupation eliminates the partisan gap in AI use, suggesting compositional factors are key.
3) AI, Politics, Workplace, Technology Adoption, Partisanship

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