TED: Will automation take away all our jobs? | David Autor

The video explores the paradox of automation, which has not reduced employment but transformed job roles. It introduces the O-ring principle, highlighting the importance of human skills in automated environments, and the never-get-enough principle, explaining how new desires and products create jobs. The challenges of automation, such as job quality and economic mobility, are discussed, emphasizing the role of institutions. Historical examples show successful adaptation to technological change, suggesting optimism for the future.

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