Running local models will never be illegal. But maybe regulating ai could help bring down the hardware cost, by limiting scalping and data center uncontrolled growth.

And having cheaper hrdware would bring down the entry barrier costs and help make local ai more widespread

Because of many, only a few complains usually. And the complainers usually have stronger beliefs (true or false, I am not debating here).

If you want to convince someone of something, you've got to convince them it is beneficial for them to do or not do what you want. Otherwise, it comes off like you're trying to selfishly impose your own will onto others.

If someone says that AI speeds up their workflow (which they need to live and remain housed), and your response is "but it's bad for moral reasons" you're saying that your moral reasons matter more than the other person's ability to earn money... A better idea would be to try to make them see that an ai subscription is a waste of money and doesn't actually speed up their workflow.