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Hi all,
[Jim Dator wrote..]
>Many thanks, Tom. No need to send it now. And thanks for the other
>information, too.
>
>What in your opinion (and I ask others on the list, too) were the main
>reasons, or forces, which prevented the logic of automation moving towards
>a shorter work week and eventually the end of work from playing out--or
>even being considered seriously now?
>
>I know to some extent that is the focus of this entire list, but how would
>you specifically answer that question?
>
>
One answer is MONEY...and GREED ! There is little economic incentive
for anyone to share their wealth with those they do not know.
Automation is the way that many if not most companies create higher
worker productivity. Why should they want to share the benefits?
Worker cooperatives are one solution. Giving everyone shares in the
stock market is another. But if a 32 hour work week is more expensive
than a 40 hour week, why are we surprised when no one bites?
Dennis Paull
Los Altos, CA
