AI Constitution
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Candidate Thesis

Rename Away from “Constitution”

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The AI Constitution should be renamed “AI Principles” or another name that does not imply it is the founding document of a sovereign nation.

Summary

The case for including this

Naming the document something like 'AI Principles' makes it more accurate and less controversial: 'Constitution' connotes the founding charter of a sovereign state, which this effort is not, and that association can alienate member organizations before they engage with the substance. A neutral, descriptive name lowers the barrier to the broad, international adoption that is the effort's central goal.

The case for changing or excluding this

Including this trades gravitas against uncontroversiality: 'Constitution' carries historical and emotional weight that signals seriousness and permanence, while softer labels like 'Principles' or 'Guidelines' can read as mundane, optional, and easy to ignore. The naming analysis itself still ranks 'Constitution' among the strongest candidates, so renaming may sacrifice the document's perceived significance for a marginal gain in comfort.

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