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Canvassers in the race to replace Nancy Pelosi learn AI's language

Chan argues for AI rules centered on workers and local authority, while criticizing Wiener’s regulatory approach and campaign support.

Canvassers in the race to replace Nancy Pelosi learn AI's language
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Sep 21, 2026
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Scott Wiener and Connie Chan are adjusting their campaigns’ AI messaging as the issue gains attention in their race to replace Nancy Pelosi. They agree on the need for safeguards but differ on data centers, worker protections and how AI should be regulated.

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San Francisco supervisor and House candidate whose campaign emphasizes worker protections and AI regulation

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State senator and House candidate whose campaign is discussing AI regulation

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Nancy Pelosi
D · CA-11

Representative and supporter of Chan in the race

Candidate who previously ran in the primary against Wiener and Chan

ALSO MENTIONED  Gavin Newsom, California governor who vetoed one AI bill and later issued AI-related executive orders; Jane Natoli, Former Bay Area director of YIMBY Action and Wiener supporter; Nadia Rahman, Progressive political strategist and Chan supporter; Ron Conway, Venture capitalist and political donor who launched Project Blueprint

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