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AI does not support RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine claims, investigation finds

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has claimed that artificial intelligence supports his anti-vaccine viewpoints. However, an investigation by Ars Technica found this assertion to be false, noting that while AI can be an imperfect resource, it appears to hallucinate less than Kennedy himself. This situation highlights the potential for AI to be misrepresented or misunderstood in public discourse. AI

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AI does not support RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine claims, investigation finds

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