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Theory Underground

CHAPTER

The Future of Labor in a Capitalist Society

This chapter explores the implications of labor-saving technologies on society, questioning the benefits they bring to all versus a select few. It critically examines the complex relationship between capitalism, wage labor, and automation, while integrating perspectives from Marx and Austrian economics. The discussion delves into potential economic futures shaped by Universal Basic Income and the repercussions of a fully automated economy on traditional labor structures and individual ownership.

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