> It may also deprive huge numbers of people of their livelihoods and dignity. Though historically the John Henry story has been bull (machines didn't replace

> It may also deprive huge numbers of people of their livelihoods and dignity. Though historically the John Henry story has been bull (machines didn't replace but augmented human work), how great if it became true in this case. There are other sources of dignity beyond compensated work. And as the marginal cost of production approaches zero, why not just pay people — money may lose its “store of value” property but retain its signaling (prioritization) function. How much better to go spend time hanging out with your aging parent than be changing their nappies. How much better to be writing shitty poetry for your enjoyment and that of your friends.