A report released Monday by Senator Bernie Sanders warns that artificial intelligence and automation could threaten nearly 100 million U.S. jobs in the next decade. The impact is expected to affect both white- and blue-collar sectors.
The report highlights that AI and automation could replace 40% of registered nurses, 47% of truck drivers, 64% of accountants, 65% of teaching assistants, and 89% of fast food workers. Sanders compared the potential economic shift to the agricultural and industrial revolutions, noting it could happen in less than 10 years.
Sanders criticized wealthy tech moguls for investing in these technologies, arguing they will lead to job losses, increased corporate profits, and wealth concentration. He warned that workers in industries such as manufacturing, trucking, and taxi services will be the hardest hit.
The report highlights that AI and automation could replace 40% of registered nurses, 47% of truck drivers, 64% of accountants, 65% of teaching assistants, and 89% of fast food workers. Sanders compared the potential economic shift to the agricultural and industrial revolutions, noting it could happen in less than 10 years.
Sanders criticized wealthy tech moguls for investing in these technologies, arguing they will lead to job losses, increased corporate profits, and wealth concentration. He warned that workers in industries such as manufacturing, trucking, and taxi services will be the hardest hit.
