The Automation Dilemma

This chapter examines the impact of automation on the workforce, particularly within white-collar jobs, and critiques the tendency to prioritize efficiency over human value. It discusses the challenges of retraining displaced workers, the risks of over-automation, and the need for federal intervention to create effective reskilling initiatives. By drawing parallels to the Industrial Revolution, the chapter emphasizes the importance of understanding the immediate hardships faced by workers in the wake of technological advancements.