The problem is the thinking that either stopping or slowing is obtainable or even desirable. “Progress” isn’t a single path thing. The goal is to progress in di

The problem is the thinking that either stopping or slowing is obtainable or even desirable. “Progress” isn’t a single path thing. The goal is to progress in directions that minimize externalities and maximize benefit to all. Instead of trying to retard or stop a trend entirely, instead how can we counterbalance negative outcomes and direct its growth in a positive way? John Henry fought the steam digger and won, but it killed him. Fast forward to the present I don’t see tunnel projects unmanned - instead they’re covered in people working on various things. The difference is the people aren’t hired for their strong backs but for their strong mind and skill. Machines aren’t replacing people - they’re replacing the people doing the job now with new people doing an adjacent job. The churn in labor is definitely painful, but it’s disingenuous to say automation has eliminated work for humans. It’s just changing the nature of work. Finally, what’s so awesome about working? I welcome a time when humans are freed from the chains of toil. And if robots fight each other, as long as they do it away from people, that’s one job I’m thrilled to see end.