Palantir Insider Turned Assemblymember Gets Big Boost from New Super PAC
A tech industry super PAC, the Guardrails Alliance, is throwing its weight behind **NY-12** Assemblymember **Alex Bores** in his bid to replace longtime Rep. **Jerry Nadler**, who’s not seeking re-election. The reason this matters: Bores is a rare tech industry defector who traded in his lucrative life as a Palantir employee for a career in public service.
Bores is notable for advocating for stronger AI regulations – and he’s already made waves for co-writing a bill that takes a firm stance on AI safety. This is precisely what’s got the super PAC, the Guardrails Alliance, so interested in giving him a boost. They’ve already raised **$5 million** and have launched their first ad buys in the New York state district.
What This Means: Tech Industry Money Enters the Fray
Bores, a former Palantir employee, has become a bit of a thorn in the side of the tech industry. His advocacy for stricter regulations around AI has drawn ire from some of the biggest players in the industry. It looks like these same players are now trying to make an example out of Bores, using their wealth to try and silence him.
AI Safety Advocacy Takes Center Stage
Bores’ bill, which advocates for tougher regulations around AI, is part of a growing tide of concern over the power of big tech and its impact on society. By throwing its weight behind him, the Guardrails Alliance is signaling that it’s willing to get involved in the fight for stronger AI regulations – and that it’s willing to put its money where its mouth is.
It remains to be seen how this will play out, but one thing’s for sure: the battle for control over AI is heating up, and it’s about to get a whole lot more interesting. As the tech industry continues to shape our world, one thing is clear: it’s time for real people to get a say in how it’s all run.
