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283 | Daron Acemoglu on Technology, Inequality, and Power

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Power, Technology, and Societal Progress

This chapter examines the relationship between technology, individual autonomy, and institutional power dynamics. It contrasts extractive and inclusive institutions, emphasizing their effects on wealth inequality and societal empowerment. Through historical examples and modern contexts, it advocates for a reevaluation of technology's role in promoting democratic values and equitable outcomes.

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