Chapman survey: AI enters top 10 U.S. fears for the first time

In Chapman University's 12th annual Survey of American Fears, 51.9% of respondents cited AI harming the political process, placing it third. Another 49.7% worry about AI's negative impact on the economy; AI questions were included for the first time.

• 51.9% cited fear of AI harming the political process
• 49.7% are anxious about AI's impact on the economy
• Corrupt government officials topped the list at 61.1%
• Over 1,200 respondents; margin of error ±3.79 points