Automation: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
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What was the focus of Donald Trump's presidential campaign in relation to jobs?

  • The rise of AI and robotics in the workforce
  • Jobs being taken from Americans by other countries (correct)
  • The potential impact of mass production on the job market
  • Automation causing immense pain for displaced workers

    • What did the Oxford University study suggest about jobs in the US?

  • Mass production will lead to the creation of more jobs
  • Half of all jobs are at risk of automation (correct)
  • Driverless technology will not impact the job market
  • Voice recognition technology will lead to an increase in employment

    • How did automation technology impact phone company operators in the 1990s?

  • It caused immense pain for displaced workers
  • It resulted in a decrease in employment for operators
  • It led to an increase in employment for operators (correct)
  • It did not have any significant impact on employment

    • What was the effect of ATMs taking over the job of dispensing cash?

    <p>It led to an increase in employment for bank tellers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of developing machines to fell trees, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Displacement of workers in the logging industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text describe the impact of automation on job creation?

    <p>Automation creates new jobs in the same industries with similar wages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which industry does automation technology create new job opportunities, as stated in the text?

    <p>Tech sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of driverless technology, according to the text?

    <p>Three and a half million truckers facing unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Trump's deal with Carrier result in?

    <p>Fewer jobs due to automation investment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to minimize the damage caused by automation according to the text?

    <p>Being nimble and forward-thinking as a leader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has President Trump's administration addressed job losses due to automation?

    <p>Proposed solutions including funding for retraining and assistance for older workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected impact of automation on jobs according to the text?

    <p>Continued replacement of jobs with potential for automation in various fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skills might individuals need to develop in order to remain employable in the face of automation?

    <p>Skills in non-routine tasks requiring social intelligence, critical thinking, and creative problem solving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been proposed as a solution by the Trump administration for older workers with lower salaries?

    <p>Assistance and retraining programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been suggested as a possible consequence of technological change according to the text?

    <p>Majority of people will have episodic careers with multiple jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Donald Trump focus on in relation to jobs during his presidential campaign?

    <p>The outsourcing of American jobs to other countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution and mass production mentioned in the text?

    <p>It resulted in the creation of mechanical slaves or machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did voice recognition technology have on phone company operators in the 1990s?

    <p>It led to fears of job loss for operators, but ultimately increased employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a potential consequence mentioned in the text of developing machines to fell trees?

    <p>A potential displacement of workers in the logging industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did automation technology impact the job of cashiers when ATMs were introduced?

    <p>It freed up cashiers to do sales or other work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential impact of driverless technology, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>A potential displacement of three and a half million truckers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Oxford University study suggest about jobs in the US?

    <p>Up to half of all jobs are at risk of automation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does automation impact job creation, based on the information provided?

    <p>'Automation creates new jobs, but not necessarily in the same industries or paying the same wages'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge for displaced workers mentioned in the text?

    <p>Difficulty in finding new jobs created by automation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Trump's deal with Carrier, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Investment in automation leading to fewer jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the Trump administration's approach to addressing job losses due to automation?

    <p>Proposing solutions requiring significant financial investment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been suggested as a possible consequence of technological change in the text?

    <p>Majority of people having episodic careers with multiple jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skill might individuals need to develop in order to remain employable in the face of automation, according to the text?

    <p>Non-routine tasks requiring social intelligence and critical thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described as a potential impact of automation on job creation?

    <p>Automation's role in creating more jobs than it replaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has President Trump not demonstrated much of a grasp on, according to the text?

    <p>The benefits and drawbacks of automation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described as a potential consequence of developing machines to fell trees, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Job displacement for workers involved in tree-felling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a suggested skill that individuals may need to develop to remain employable in the face of automation?

    <p>Analyzing and interpreting data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of Donald Trump's presidential campaign in relation to jobs?

    <p>Supporting traditional manufacturing industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an expected impact of automation on jobs according to the text?

    <p>Replacing a majority of jobs with episodic careers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did automation technology impact phone company operators in the 1990s?

    <p>Eliminated the need for phone company operators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did voice recognition technology have on phone company operators in the 1990s?

    <p>Led to a decrease in job opportunities for phone company operators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of developing machines to fell trees, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Job displacement for tree-felling workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has President Trump not demonstrated much of a grasp on, according to the text?

    <p>Addressing job losses due to automation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Trump's deal with Carrier, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Automation of jobs at Carrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the discussion about jobs and automation in relation to Donald Trump's presidential campaign?

    <p>The potential impact of automation on the workforce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Oxford University study suggest about the risk of automation to jobs in the US?

    <p>Up to 75% of all jobs are at risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did voice recognition technology impact phone company operators in the 1990s?

    <p>It led to an increase in employment for phone company operators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Industrial Revolution and the rise of mass production lead to?

    <p>The creation of mechanical slaves and machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the potential impact of developing machines to fell trees, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>A displacement of workers who fell trees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did automation technology impact cashiers when ATMs were introduced?

    <p>It led to a shift in the job responsibilities of cashiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described as a potential impact of automation on job creation?

    <p>Job creation in different industries and wage levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a potential consequence mentioned in the text of developing machines to fell trees?

    <p>The displacement of workers who fell trees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a suggested approach to harness the benefits of automation while minimizing the damage to those hurt by it?

    <p>Being nimble and forward-thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has President Trump not demonstrated much of a grasp on, according to the text?

    <p>The impact of automation on job creation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been suggested as a possible consequence of technological change in the text?

    <p>Rapid replacement of jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Trump administration propose as a solution for older workers with lower salaries?

    <p>Funding for retraining and assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described as a potential impact of automation on job creation?

    <p>Potential creation of new job opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skill might individuals need to develop in order to remain employable in the face of automation, according to the text?

    <p>Skills in non-routine tasks requiring social intelligence and critical thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Oxford University study suggest about jobs in the US?

    <p>Majority of people will have episodic careers with multiple jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Trump's deal with Carrier, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Financial investment in factory automation resulting in fewer jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential impact on the workforce is mentioned in the text?

    <p>Risk of up to half of all jobs in the US being automated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the effect of ATMs taking over the job of dispensing cash?

    <p>Redirection of tellers to other types of work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a potential consequence mentioned in the text of developing machines to fell trees?

    <p>Displacement of workers involved in tree felling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did automation technology impact phone company operators in the 1990s?

    <p>Actually led to an increase in employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has President Trump not demonstrated much of a grasp on, according to the text?

    <p>The potential benefits of automation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Industrial Revolution and the rise of mass production lead to?

    <p>Creation of mechanical slaves or machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a suggested skill that individuals may need to develop to remain employable in the face of automation?

    <p>Mastery of basic computer skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Oxford University study suggest about jobs in the US?

    <p>Up to half of all jobs are at risk of being automated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • The text discusses the theme of jobs and automation in the context of Donald Trump's presidential campaign and the potential impact on the workforce.
    • Trump focused on the issue of jobs being taken from Americans by other countries.
    • Many jobs are disappearing due to automation and the rise of AI and robotics.
    • The Oxford University study suggested up to half of all jobs in the US are at risk of automation.
    • The Industrial Revolution and the rise of mass production led to the creation of mechanical slaves or machines that have had beneficial effects.
    • Logging has the highest death rate of any American occupation, so some employers are developing machines to fell trees, potentially displacing workers.
    • Automation increases productivity and maximizes profits for employers, but can cause immense pain for displaced workers.
    • In the 1990s, voice recognition technology led to fears of phone company operators losing their jobs, but automation actually led to an increase in employment.
    • ATMs took over the job of dispensing cash, but tellers were freed up to do sales or other work.
    • Automation creates new jobs, but not necessarily in the same industries or paying the same wages.
    • The economy is creating jobs in the tech sector while three and a half million truckers face unemployment due to driverless technology.
    • It's not easy for displaced workers to transition into new jobs created by automation.
    • Trump made a deal with Carrier to keep jobs in the US, but ultimately the investment in the factory was for automation, resulting in fewer jobs.
    • Automation is a complex issue with both benefits and drawbacks.
    • The best way to harness the benefits of automation while minimizing the damage to those hurt by it is for a leader to be nimble and forward-thinking.
    • Trump has not demonstrated much of a grasp on this issue.- President Trump's administration has not effectively addressed the issue of job losses due to automation.
    • The Trump administration's proposed solutions include funding for retraining and assistance for older workers with lower salaries, but these initiatives require significant financial investment.
    • The pace of technological change is rapid, and some experts suggest that the majority of people will have episodic careers with multiple jobs.
    • Automation is expected to continue replacing jobs, and some jobs, such as policeman and drummer, could potentially be automated.
    • To remain employable, individuals may need to develop skills in non-routine tasks that require social intelligence, complex critical thinking, and creative problem solving.

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    Explore the impact of automation on the job market in the context of Donald Trump's presidential campaign, including discussions on job displacement, the role of automation in different industries, and proposed solutions. Delve into the complexities of the issue and potential implications for workforce and leadership.

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