US workers overwhelmingly support union-backed policies on AI, poll says

Strong Support for Pro-Worker AI Policies: Over 90% of surveyed US workers support pro-worker policies on AI, including a requirement for human decision-making on matters affecting employment and advanced guardrails against harmful AI uses.
Union Trust as Protector: Labor unions are viewed as the most reliable protectors of workers from AI effects over political parties and employers, according to 38% of respondents.
Transparent Usage Required: 92% of workers support transparency and accountability when employers use AI, emphasizing the need for transparency over AI in the workplace.
High Importance on Worker Protections: 78% of respondents find it extremely or very important to take action to protect workers from potential AI harms.
Union-led Protections in Practice: Examples of workers securing AI protections through collective bargaining, such as editorial integrity and restrictions on layoffs or pay cuts tied to AI, are highlighted by union representatives.

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