Future Politics

Future Politics

7/15/2013

link

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/02/07/1184668/-Future-Politics-The-Automated-Workforce-and-the-Universal-Living-Wage?detail=hide

summary

This article examines the potential impact of automation on the workforce and proposes the concept of a universal living wage as a solution to the challenges it presents. It discusses how automation and advancements in technology will likely lead to significant job displacement, and explores the idea of a universal living wage as a means to provide financial security and stability for all individuals in a future where traditional employment may become less prevalent. The article delves into the economic and societal implications of automation and argues that a universal living wage would not only mitigate the negative effects of job loss but also foster innovation and creativity. It concludes by advocating for a shift in our political and economic systems to address these emerging challenges.

tags

future of work ꞏ automation ꞏ universal basic income ꞏ future politics ꞏ economic inequality ꞏ job automation ꞏ labor market ꞏ technological unemployment ꞏ living wage ꞏ income inequality ꞏ robots ꞏ artificial intelligence ꞏ economic policy ꞏ job displacement ꞏ social welfare ꞏ technological advancement ꞏ economic transformation ꞏ economic justice ꞏ social change ꞏ workforce automation ꞏ job security ꞏ economic disruption ꞏ social safety net ꞏ labor rights ꞏ economic sustainability ꞏ technological progress ꞏ economic system ꞏ social progress ꞏ economic theory ꞏ social equality ꞏ economic development ꞏ job creation ꞏ economic reform ꞏ social impact ꞏ economic innovation ꞏ political economy ꞏ social welfare system ꞏ labor market trends ꞏ technological revolution ꞏ social justice ꞏ income redistribution ꞏ economic impact