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It's like we've learned nothing from the techno-optimist claim that work automation will give workers more free time to pursue their own desires. In theory, it
by heavyset_go 4y ago
It's like we've learned nothing from the techno-optimist claim that work automation will give workers more free time to pursue their own desires.
In theory, it might be able to at some point. However, in reality, the claim ignores the power structures that the automation/AI/tech doesn't dissolve, but only reinforces.
Some people want to lord over other people, AI isn't going to make that go away without changing the power structures that let it happen.
- b800h 4y agoAnd some people want and need leaders. It's not a matter of "letting it happen", it's a ore function of humanity. And in the absence of formal hierarchy you get informal hierarchy which is much worse and more tyrannical.
- heavyset_go 4y agoI said nothing about needing or not needing leaders. Most leaders in someone's life did not get the roles democratically. Existing power structures are why those in charge are not chosen in a democratic manner, and AI won't replace management in its current form for similar reasons.
- goodpoint 4y agoCriticizing technooptimism on HN is a lost cause unfortunately.