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Salem Elzway and Jason Resnikoff on Automation

Peoples & Things

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Automation and Labor: A Historical Perspective

This chapter examines the intersection of artificial intelligence, automation, and labor dynamics, critiquing misconceptions about technological advancements. It highlights how modern roles often revert to factory-like conditions and delves into the historical context of labor mechanization, racial dynamics, and economic implications. The conversation emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of automation through various historical lenses, reflecting on personal research journeys and challenging conventional narratives.

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