AP Spotlight Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll MATT O'BRIEN and LINLEY SANDERS Associated Press Apr 13, 2026 Apr 13, 2026 Updated 6 hrs ago 0 Many American workers are skeptical of the role artificial intelligence can play in their jobs. Jenny Kane, Associated Press Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save MATT O'BRIEN and LINLEY SANDERS Associated Press More American workers are experimenting with artificial intelligence in their jobs, but skepticism is still widespread.kAm}6H v2==FA A@==:?8 7:?5D E92E H9:=6 >@C6 6>A=@J66D 2C6 FD:?8 px 7C6BF6?E=J :? E96:C H@C<[ E96C6VD 366? 2? 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