Public Opinion Shows Widespread Concern On New Infrastructure As Republicans, Democrats Choose Sides
Mary Rooke Commentary and Analysis Writer April 16, 2026 3:08 PM ET Polls show Americans are largely skeptical of our growing dependence on artificial intelligence (AI). Naturally, Democratic and Republican lawmakers seem to be choosing a side. A November 2025 Pew Research Center survey found that 50 percent of Republicans and 51 percent of Democrats







