RE: Socialism v Capitalism – isn’t it about time we changed the record?
I always see Unions and leftists, argue against automation. Many people are fearful about machines taking over their jobs. McDonalds, Walmart, etc. low end jobs. They resist the sign of the times: by protesting, rioting, and sometimes destroying the very machines that will soon replace them. They don't realize that it's not just machines replacing people, it's systems replacing ALL people.
The paradigm shift is a move towards machines and systems. Much like the one we are occupying now. Or more precisely like the blockchain. I'm more enthusiastic to have automation that will replace the middle men, management, administrative jobs. Like smart contracts, blockchain, that can truly adhere to the principals of democracy and reach true free market.
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The shift is coming. To replace ALL middle men(banks, politicians, brokers, beuracrats etc..)
A very interesting post; can you explain to me how all of the innovation the world has enjoyed which progressively increased the standard of living for everyone has been bad? How much of that innovation happened under authoritarian socialist societies? Nations that encouraged individual creativity, and industry have flourished creating great societies. When group think has been encouraged the world has witnessed the worst forms of oppression. We should encourage those who are disadvantaged to invest in their human capital and increase their self worth instead of working towards dragging all of society to the same miserable place.
Hmmmm not sure how to unpack your questions. I'm not advocating for a socialist society. In fact, I'm pro free market. What I am more excited is the elimination of bureaucrats from both the public and private sphere. Those two groups have led us to have capitalism and socialism run a muck. What I want is a system that we can TRUST and that doesn't get corrupted by semi erudite bureaucrats
Apologies for hitting the wrong reply button I was directing my comments against gansta. However I agree wih you except for the fact I don't believe auotmation will fix the bureaucratic problems. Nor do I think we can build a system we can trust. Nor do I want to trust bureaucrats or machines. I do agree the machine running a smart contract is more trust worthy.