words, government serves as our agent. Understood in light of Principal-Agent Theory (PAT) and Behavioral Principal …-Agent Theory (BPAT), a great deal of modern regulation can be helpfully evaluated as a hypothetical delegation. Shifting from …

for reflective and deliberative choice. One problem with manipulation, thus understood, is that it fails to respect people …'s autonomy and is an affront to their dignity. Another problem is that if they are products of manipulation, people's choices … central objection to manipulation is rooted in a version of Mill's Harm Principle: People know what is in their best interests …

. Generative AI promises automated, effective influence at scale. It can be used for good but poses a significant manipulation risk … about manipulation in AI. Therefore, this article outlines a partial research agenda to answer questions to enable the … questions about manipulation that must be answered to design generative AI responsibly …

, manipulation, and democratic self-government) can create serious confusion. To make progress, those abstractions must be brought … the concept and the practice of manipulation deserve careful attention. The concept of manipulation has a core and a …

, energy, climate change, obesity, education, poverty, development, crime, corruption, health, and the environment. No nation …