The Implementation of Artificial Intelligence in Reviving the Voter Turnout Rates Among the Youth in Japan
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v13i2.6672Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Voter Turnout, Japanese Youth, Voting Advice Applications, Large Language Models, Political Engagement, Privacy Risks, Ethical Considerations, Democratic ParticipationAbstract
This paper investigates the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing voter turnout rates among the Japanese youth. It highlights the decline in youth participation in elections and suggests leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and other forms of AI to enhance existing technologies such as Voting Advice Applications (VAAs) to engage and educate young voters. By tailoring political content to individual interests and simplifying complex policy discussions, AI can make political participation more accessible and relevant to the youth. The paper also addresses potential risks related to privacy and ethical considerations in deploying AI tools in electoral processes. It concludes that AI, if appropriately governed, offers a promising avenue to revitalize democratic engagement among young Japanese voters, thereby ensuring their voices contribute to shaping the nation's future.
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