Monthly Archives: January 2025

Punch Cards, AI, and the Future of Work

Adapting to Rapid Change I. Introduction In every era, the intersection of human labor and technology undergoes a fundamental recalibration, often marked by cycles of displacement, adaptation, and redefinition of skills. The current wave of artificial intelligence (AI) replacing low-level coders is no exception. It is tempting to view this transition as unprecedented in scale […]

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The Erosion of Educational Value and Economic Mobility in Post-Pandemic America

Literacy, Inequality, and the Fight for Systemic Reform Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic was a catalyst for profound societal shifts, exposing deep-seated inequities in education, economic opportunity, and public services. Among these changes is a growing disillusionment among parents regarding the value of education, particularly as a pathway to upward mobility and economic stability for their […]

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