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Scott Alexander's Open Thread 438 highlights AI safety candidate, EA incubator

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Scott Alexander's "Open Thread 438" discusses several initiatives and events within the rationalist and Effective Altruism (EA) communities. A new incubator called Surplus, backed by Y Combinator, is launching to support public good software products, offering mentorship and seed funding. The thread also highlights support for Alex Bores, an AI-safety-focused candidate running for Congress in Manhattan, with calls for community assistance in the close election. Additionally, 1DaySooner is hiring for roles related to its Clinical Trial Abundance program, aiming to improve health evidence accessibility. AI

IMPACT Highlights community support for AI safety candidates and initiatives within the rationalist movement.

RANK_REASON The item is a weekly open thread from a popular Substack newsletter, discussing various community initiatives and events rather than a primary news event.

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Scott Alexander's Open Thread 438 highlights AI safety candidate, EA incubator

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