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The historical precedent for ludism working is slim.
by jstummbillig 1y ago
The historical precedent for ludism working is slim.
- clarinificator 1y agoLuddites, contrary to popular misconceptions, was an extreme form of labor action concentrated in jurisdictions with the most draconian enforcement of the repressive legislation England had in the 19th century. It had nothing to do with arresting progress or being against technology.
- tempfile 1y agoThat's true, but luddism is popularly associated with opposing useful technology (and is badly understood by most people anyway).