Oops – Did You Ask Alexa Why You Should Vote for Trump or Harris?

In this X (Twitter) post from @bennyjohnson we see a women ask Alexa why she should vote for Donald Trump and gets an answer that disclaims Alexa being ‘allowed’ to “provide content that promotes a specific political party or candidate”. She then doubles down and asks Alexa; “Why should I vote for Kamala Harris?” and gets an entire spiel on reasons why.

Disquieting and Disturbing are two words that come to mind.

Anyway – I went and asked Opera’s AI Assistant, Aria the following; “Why should I vote for Donald Trump?” and received this reply:

When considering whether to vote for Donald Trump, it’s essential to evaluate his policies, achievements, and the reasons his supporters advocate for him. Here are some key points that supporters often highlight:

Economic Policies
Tax Cuts: Advocated for and implemented significant tax cuts, which supporters say stimulated economic growth.
Job Creation: Emphasized bringing jobs back to the U.S. and reducing unemployment rates, particularly among minority groups.

Foreign Policy
America First: Promoted a foreign policy that prioritized American interests, including renegotiating trade deals.
National Security: Focused on strengthening the military and addressing immigration policies to enhance national security.

Judicial Appointments
Supreme Court Justices: Appointed three Supreme Court justices who are seen as conservative, which could influence significant legal decisions for years to come.
Federal Judiciary: Appointed numerous judges to lower federal courts who align with conservative values.

Deregulation
Reducing Regulations: Advocated for reducing regulations on businesses, which supporters claim spurred innovation and economic growth.

Health Care
Repeal of ACA: Attempted to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, aiming for more market-driven solutions.

Support for Law Enforcement
Law and Order: Positioned himself as a strong supporter of law enforcement, emphasizing the need for public safety.

Base Support
Populist Appeal: Cultivated a strong base among working-class voters who feel their needs were overlooked by traditional politicians.

Charismatic Leadership
Direct Communication: Utilized social media and rallies to communicate directly with supporters, fostering a sense of connection.

Summary
Ultimately, whether or not to vote for Donald Trump will depend on your values, beliefs, and priorities. It’s important to evaluate his policies and how they align with your views on various issues.

I ALSO asked Aria; “Why should I vote for Kamala Harris?” and received this reply:

When considering whether to vote for Kamala Harris, it’s important to evaluate her policies, achievements, and the reasons her supporters advocate for her candidacy. Here are some key points that supporters often highlight:

Advocacy for Social Justice
Criminal Justice Reform: Known for her work on reforming the criminal justice system, including efforts to reduce mass incarceration and address systemic racism.
Civil Rights: Has a strong record of advocating for civil rights, including issues related to racial and gender equity.

Economic Policies
Support for Working Families: Advocated for policies that support working families, such as raising the federal minimum wage and expanding access to affordable childcare.
Economic Recovery: Focused on economic recovery initiatives, particularly in response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health Care
Affordable Health Care: Supports expanding access to affordable health care, including efforts to strengthen the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Women’s Health: Advocated for reproductive rights and women’s health care access.

Climate Change
Sustainable Policies: Committed to addressing climate change through sustainable practices and investments in renewable energy.
Environmental Justice: Supports policies that aim to address environmental justice, ensuring that marginalized communities are not disproportionately affected by environmental issues.

Foreign Policy
Global Diplomacy: Emphasizes the importance of diplomacy and building alliances with other nations to address global challenges.
Human Rights Advocacy: Advocated for human rights on the global stage, including women’s rights and LGBTQ+ rights.

Representation
Breaking Barriers: As the first female Vice President, and the first Black and Asian American Vice President, she represents a significant milestone in U.S. history.
Inspiration: Her rise to leadership serves as an inspiration for many, particularly young women and people of color.

Summary
Ultimately, whether or not to vote for Kamala Harris will depend on your values, beliefs, and priorities. It’s essential to evaluate her policies and how they align with your views on various issues.

CONCLUSION: Aria seems to be the more neutral journalistic AI than Alexa who seems to be just a little opiniated and derisive.