Isn't the destroying factor automation (automated meter readers and the like). I always wondered why the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers has no

Isn't the destroying factor automation (automated meter readers and the like). I always wondered why the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers has not taken a stance on automation. As the article says, Electrical Engineering is a dying field. It's funny how many people employed in electrical engineering over the past couple of decades were employed to get rid of other people's jobs. Mail Sorting Job Outlook sites automation for decline in jobs: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos346.htm http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos346.htm The author did not mention anything about the medical profession. More people are getting sick and hurt due to obesity and over exercise. http://www.forbes.com/2006/07/24/hip-replacements-landis-cz_sf_0724hip.html http://www.forbes.com/2006/07/24/hip-replacements-landis-cz_... I wonder why there is not a clear statement what people want their countries to become. In other words, do we want a country that is super fast and efficient which includes eliminating "slow work", or a country where peoples jobs are preserved despite the potential technological advances.