After work: a blueprint for social harmony in a world without jobs
Article Abstract:
The introduction of more sophisticated production equipment will soon eliminate the need for human workers. In such a scenario, humans will have more time to work for socially-oriented organizations paving the way toward greater social harmony. However, the achievement of social harmony will depend on how society establishes methods of distributing the wealth.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1995
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God in a labcoat: can we control the biotech revolution before it controls us?
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The biotechnology revolution should be approached conservatively so that it does little harm to the current social structure. Biotechnology has the power to make or break social norms and people can make sure that it does not produce adverse consequences by planning steps.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1998
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Choosing our future: the good-life in the Post-Market Age
Article Abstract:
A discussion of how normal life in the US could be in the year 2045, when US industries have become virtually dependent on automated manufacturing systems, is presented. The elimination of the need to work has allowed Americans to focus on building social harmony.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1995
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