Tomorrow Together Launches $1.1 Million AI Research Initiative

Tomorrow Together, a Democratic political organization, announced a new $1.1 million research initiative on Thursday to define how the party discusses artificial intelligence with voters. The group is increasing its focus on the technology as party leaders identify a sharp contrast with President Donald Trump’s stance on regulating AI.

The initiative launches as Democratic leaders gather in Denver for the What's Next conference. The two-day meeting serves to celebrate the party's midterm victories and plan for the 2028 presidential campaign. The timing follows recent warnings that AI poses risks to humans as companies move into a new phase of development where AI systems can build new versions of themselves.

Tomorrow Together previously spent $6.5 million supporting candidates who called for stricter limits on artificial intelligence and data centers. The group was one of several organizations that sought to counter the industry’s large campaign funding during the recent midterm elections.

Maddie Kriger, the group's chief program officer, stated that getting the message right is critical to winning votes. She noted that the organization is prepared to act if more AI incidents occur in the coming year.

David Shor, a party data analyst speaking to the Denver crowd, described AI as a rare issue where voters from both parties support regulation. He called the development the birth of a new political issue.

Karthik Ganapathy, a co-founder of Tomorrow Together, expressed confidence in the party's position compared to Republicans. Rob Flaherty, the group's other co-founder, argued that the party now has a lead in the race. He noted that voters initially did not know who to trust, but President Trump's pro-industry stance has clarified where the Democratic advantage lies.

Some Republicans, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, have distanced themselves from the pro-industry position. DeSantis is widely expected to run for the presidency again. Tomorrow Together expects to maintain its edge on the issue as the next election cycle begins.