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Analysis: Artificial intelligence tools use grows, touches moral judgments | North Carolina

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – (The Center Square – ) 2025-03-12 00:01:00

(The Center Square) – Half of all American adults are using large language models, two-thirds speak with them, and 1 in 4 say moral judgments about right and wrong are made by these artificial intelligence tools.

The findings are in a report released Wednesday by the Imagining the Digital Future research center at Elon University. ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Copilot are popular brands, and human-like encounters are trending greater in volume.

The findings “show the degree to which LLMs are now being used in the way that people have used search engines for decades, including a quick access to information, queries about products and services and getting news and information,” the report says. “This has enormous implications for media, marketing and the basic sale of goods and services. It also suggests the profound impact LLMs might have on political and civic processes.”

Lee Rainie directs the research center. The analysis shows many believe the large language model they use “most acts like it understands them at least some of the time. A third say the model they primarily use seems to have a sense of humor,” a release says.

In other findings, the survey documents large proportions of users saying they have had negative experiences. The experiences include laziness, cheating, confusion and dependency on the tools rather than using critical thinking.

“One truly surprising finding,” a release says, is “contrary to the picture many have about how LLMs are used, our survey shows that the share of those who use the models for personal purposes significantly outnumber those who use them for work-related activities, even among workers.”

The sampling was conducted for Elon by the SSRS Opinion Panel platform. The survey reached 500 adults ages 18 and older, has a +/- 5.1% margin of error and 95% confidence level.

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White House officials hold prayer vigil for Charlie Kirk

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SUMMARY: Republican lawmakers, conservative leaders, and Trump administration officials held a prayer vigil and memorial at the Kennedy Center honoring slain activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. Kirk was killed in Utah, where memorials continue at Utah Valley University and Turning Point USA’s headquarters. Police say 22-year-old Tyler Robinson turned himself in but has not confessed or cooperated. Robinson’s roommate, his boyfriend who is transitioning, is cooperating with authorities. Investigators are examining messages Robinson allegedly sent on Discord joking about the shooting. Robinson faces charges including aggravated murder, obstruction of justice, and felony firearm discharge.

White House officials and Republican lawmakers gathered at the Kennedy Center at 6 p.m. to hold a prayer vigil in remembrance of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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Family, friends hold candlelight vigil in honor of Giovanni Pelletier

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SUMMARY: Family and friends held a candlelight vigil in Apex to honor Giovanni Pelletier, a Fuquay Varina High School graduate whose body was found last month in a Florida retention pond. Giovanni went missing while visiting family, after reportedly acting erratically and leaving his cousins’ car. Loved ones remembered his infectious smile, laughter, and loyal friendship, expressing how deeply he impacted their lives. His mother shared the family’s ongoing grief and search for answers as authorities continue investigating his death. Despite the sadness, the community’s support has provided comfort. A celebration of life mass is planned in Apex to further commemorate Giovanni’s memory.

“It’s good to know how loved someone is in their community.”

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NC Courage wins 2-1 against Angel City FC

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SUMMARY: The North Carolina Courage defeated Angel City FC 2-1 in Cary, ending their unbeaten streak. Monaca scored early at the 6th minute, followed by Bull City native Brianna Pinto’s goal at the 18th minute, securing a 2-0 halftime lead. Angel City intensified in the second half, scoring in the 88th minute, but the Courage held firm defensively to claim victory. Pinto expressed pride in the win, emphasizing the team’s unity and playoff ambitions. Nearly 8,000 fans attended. Coverage continues tonight at 11, alongside college football updates, including the Tar Heels vs. Richmond game live from Chapel Hill.

Saturday’s win was crucial for the Courage as the regular season starts to wind down.

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