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Working Class Blues

New Polity

CHAPTER

Mechanization of Work and Emulation of Machines

Exploring the historical process of automation, this chapter discusses how workers are adopting machine-like efficiency in their tasks. It reflects on the impact of automation on various professions and the evolving nature of work culture, highlighting the necessity to accept the influence of artificial intelligence. The narrative also touches on the challenges faced by laborers in maintaining personal identity amidst a system that prioritizes ruthless efficiency.

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