Unlocking Civic Engagement with AI: The Bowling Green Experiment
In a groundbreaking initiative, Bowling Green, Kentucky, harnessed artificial intelligence to conduct a month-long town hall that engaged nearly 8,000 residents. As the city anticipates a population surge by 2050, this innovative approach ensured comprehensive community input, overcoming traditional town hall limitations.
Key Highlights:
- Massive Participation: About 10% of residents voiced their opinions through an online survey.
- Data-Driven Insights: AI tools like Sensemaker analyzed over 1 million interactions, distilling 2,370 actionable community ideas.
- Inclusivity: The platform reached disengaged voters and immigrants by offering multilingual support.
This experiment exemplifies how AI can facilitate civic engagement, bridging political divides. “When the ideas were anonymous, constituents found they agreed on much,” stated Jigsaw CEO Yasmin Green.
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