2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: Bernie Sanders, Automation, and the Fate of the US [View all]sorechasm
(631 posts)So my next question is:
Are the computers becoming so adept at predictions that they can acurately project the outcome of several scenarios based upon different socio-economic inputs?
If so, then what would be the projected results (10 to 20 years) of the economic plans of our current cast of Presidential Hopefuls? I realize that there are a lot of variables involved (like the impact of terrorism that will only increase as the gap between rich and poor increases; or the impact of various degrees of global climate change).
Due to automation and ubiquitous technology (3D printing, self publishing, driverless transportation, etc.) the entire world economy will be switching from a 'goods and services' based economy to a 'service only' based economy, since the 'goods' can so much more economically be produced anytime, anywhere, at any price. The differentiator being how well the goods can be 'serviced' and by whom.
Bernie seems to be the only candidate who's platform addresses this most important issue, because economic equality (level playing field for providing service) will allow rewarding those within the economy who provide the most valuable services and not those who horde the greatest number of 'goods'.
Therefore, are there any computational scenarios that would back up this hypothesis? (A suggestion about where to look would be helpful.)
My next question concerns the degree to which innovation and creativity is actually the greatest 'service' on the market. This is because (I believe) no computer or automation line will ever compare to human creativity. Therefore, I do take issue with some of the statements in your article.