White-Collar Workers Fear AI: Who Will They Turn To?

AI is making waves, and not just in tech circles. White-collar workers are starting to worry about their jobs. They see AI as a threat, and this fear is growing. Politicians are taking notice. Some are using this anxiety to gain support. In the past, workers worried about automation turned to right-wing populists. But this time, it's different. White-collar workers are looking left. They're worried about AI replacing their jobs. And they're not happy about it. Politicians like Bernie Sanders and Zack Polanski are tapping into this fear. They're painting a picture of tech billionaires as the enemy. They say these billionaires are using AI to take jobs. And they're warning of massive job losses. Is this fear justified? Maybe. Big names in tech like Sam Altman and Elon Musk have warned about job losses. They say AI could replace many jobs. And it's not just blue-collar jobs. White-collar jobs are at risk too. Think about it. AI is already replacing some jobs. Translators, video editors, marketers, HR professionals, graphic designers, auditors, and coders. These jobs are at risk. And it's not just about entry-level positions. AI is changing the job market. But it's not just about AI. Other issues are at play too. Like the Israel-Gaza conflict. And a general anti-capitalist feeling. But AI anxiety is a big part of it. And it's growing. Meanwhile, governments are staying quiet. They're not talking about the risks of AI. They're focusing on the benefits. But the public is worried. And this worry is growing. Politicians who ignore this worry do so at their own risk. Populists are ready to step in. They're ready to use this fear to gain support. And they're not afraid to use it.