Our views on AI policy and political advocacy

OpenAI has outlined its approach to AI policy and political advocacy, emphasizing transparency, thoughtful regulation, and AI safety. According to the company, the future of artificial intelligence should be shaped collaboratively by governments, researchers, workers, civil society, and the public rather than any single organization. OpenAI stated that it has not made any donations to political candidates or campaigns, does not have an employee-funded Political Action Committee, and has not contributed to super PACs. While employees remain free to participate in the political process in a personal capacity, the company clarified that these actions are separate from OpenAI and that individual involvements do not represent company views. Specifically, OpenAI noted that any engagement with the organization Leading the Future by company leadership is entirely personal, and OpenAI neither directs its activities nor oversees its operations. The company stressed that no outside political group speaks on its behalf and urged advocacy groups to be clear about their funding and policy views without resorting to obscure tactics like astroturfing. OpenAI stated that its own policy positions should be judged by its public actions and declarations, reaffirming its support for rigorous testing of powerful AI systems, strong safety standards, public accountability, and broad access to the benefits of artificial intelligence.