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- The Luddites were not against technology itself, but rather the unfair and exploitative practices associated with it, such as dropping wages and worsening work conditions.
- Luddism serves as a reminder of the importance of people having a say in the development and use of technology to avoid exploitation and prioritize human well-being.
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The Luddites Were Not Anti-Technology
Contrary to popular belief, the Luddites were not opposed to technology itself. They were actually upset with how technology was being used by factory owners to exploit and impoverish them. The Luddites saw the negative consequences of the industrial revolution and the division of labor. They witnessed their wages dropping, their work conditions worsening, and child labor becoming prevalent. Their complaint was not against the machines, but rather against the unfair and exploitative practices associated with their use.
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