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Impact of artificial intelligence on elections topic of Edmonds Civic Roundtable May 5 meeting

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The Edmonds Civic Roundtable is set to address the influence of artificial intelligence on voting during a meeting on May 5. Carey Schroyer, Dean of STEM and director of the Edmonds College AI and Data Science Center, will present insights on the topic. Her discussion, titled “From Bots to Ballots: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Local and National Elections,” will cover both opportunities and risks posed by AI in the electoral landscape. With her background in higher education and innovative program development, Schroyer has created impactful courses such as “AI for Everybody” and “AI Ethics. ” The meeting will take place at 6:30 p.

m. at the Edmonds Waterfront Center, and while attendance is free, registration is required. This event aims to educate the community on the implications of AI technology in shaping voting practices. The discussion is particularly relevant as AI continues to evolve and integrate into various aspects of daily life. Local residents are encouraged to participate in this timely conversation about democracy and technology.

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