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> Is it really a "horrible thing"? Undoubtedly so. > Also, what happened to the "promise of automation" and "promise of mass production"? Those were not base
by RestlessMind 3y ago
> Is it really a "horrible thing"?
Undoubtedly so.
> Also, what happened to the "promise of automation" and "promise of mass production"?
Those were not based in reality. Or a more generous way to put it is they were based in 1920's reality but you want a 2020's lifestyle now. eg. do you want to have food, healthcare and housing of 1920's? It will suck, especially if there are not enough young workers.
See this recent article from NYT: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/03/health/elderly-living-alone.html https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/03/health/elderly-living-alo...