What the Luddites Can Teach Us About Artificial Intelligence.

The article discusses the relevance of the Luddites in today's context, as presented in Brian Merchant's book, *Blood in the Machine*. Merchant argues that the Luddites, often mischaracterized as anti-technology, were actually skilled workers who opposed the exploitation of their labor through the introduction of industrial machinery that degraded their wages and working conditions. He draws parallels between the historical Luddite movement and contemporary issues faced by workers in various industries, such as the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on wages and job security. Merchant emphasizes that the Luddite message highlights the political choices behind technological advancements and advocates for a more equitable distribution of technology's benefits. [Extracted from the article]