AP-NORC Poll: Majority of Americans Believe AI is Advancing Too Quickly, Seek Government Oversight
A new AP-NORC poll reveals that a significant majority of Americans believe artificial intelligence is developing too fast and want the U.S. government to prioritize human control and worker protection in its regulation.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 8, 2026 — A recent poll conducted by AP-NORC has found that a substantial portion of the American public perceives the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) with concern. The findings indicate that a significant majority of respondents believe AI is developing at too fast a pace.
The survey results highlight a clear public sentiment regarding the need for governmental oversight in the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence. Americans polled expressed a desire for the U.S. government to actively engage in regulating AI development.
Specifically, the poll revealed that respondents wish for federal regulation to prioritize two key areas: ensuring human control over AI systems and safeguarding worker protections. This suggests a public demand for policies that maintain human agency in AI applications and mitigate potential negative impacts on the workforce.
The specifics regarding the methodology of the AP-NORC poll, such as the exact sample size, the date range of data collection, and the margin of error, were not provided in the summary. The exact percentage constituting a “significant majority” was also not detailed.
Further details on the proposed regulatory frameworks or specific concerns about AI’s impact on jobs or human decision-making were not elaborated upon in the trend summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Barbara Ortutay And Linley Sanders, Associated Press on www.clickorlando.com, see more information here.
