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Salem Elzway and Jason Resnikoff on Automation

New Books in Economics

CHAPTER

Navigating Labor and Automation

This chapter examines the intersection of labor politics and automation, focusing on historical perspectives and their implications for workers. It discusses the evolution of labor movements in the context of technological advancements, particularly from the mid-20th century onward, while critiquing narratives surrounding work and its value. By exploring the relationship between labor conditions, union organizing, and the impacts of automation, the chapter highlights the evolving nature of work against the backdrop of capitalist transformations.

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