A Future Without Jobs: Automation and Capitalism in Crisis

Presentation by David A. Romero

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AGES: 16+

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$1,000 (plus travel and lodging)

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Total time: 120 minutes (2 hrs)

Description:

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In this presentation, Romero speaks to a changing economy and a crisis in capitalism; one motivated by a global “race to the bottom” and increased automation of labor.

 

Romero provides a brief summary of agrarian and industrial-based economies, bringing us into the current moment; where advanced robotics and computer programs drive workers out of both “blue collar” and “white collar” jobs.

 

Are we looking at a future without jobs? What are the potential advantages and pitfalls of restructuring society around increased automation?

 

Presentation includes multimedia and readings of poetry.

Purpose:

 

This presentation seeks to help students understand the impact that automation has had on society and the continuing impact it will have on Late Capitalism; moving us into Post-Capitalism.

 

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CATEGORIES: POLITICS, POLITICAL SCIENCE, CURRENT EVENTS, ECONOMICS, MULTIMEDIA

 

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A Future Without Jobs? has been presented at:

 Cal State Fullerton

 Cal Poly Pomona (partial)

 University of Central Florida (partial)

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Flyers:

 

David A. Romero has not yet developed a flyer template for this presentation. If you decide to book A Future Without Jobs, Romero can design a flyer for the event for no extra fee.

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More:

 

Workshop requires projector, projection screen, laptop connection, sound system and microphone (preferably cordless).

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$1,000 (plus travel and lodging)

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Travel and lodging can be handled in two ways: 1) the university makes the arrangements on Romero's behalf (preferred) or, 2) Romero makes the arrangements and is reimbursed with the total check.

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Can’t afford the rates? Contact Romero with an offer and see if he can write off the difference as a charitable donation! 

For booking, contact: davidaromero@gmail.com

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