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Dear Carole,

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Local Economy & Small Business Support

  • AI Tools for Artisans and Shops: Artists, galleries, and shops could use AI to manage inventory, market online, or reach new buyers through image recognition or personalized suggestions.
  • Job Displacement: Some clerical or administrative jobs may be impacted, but entrepreneurship opportunities might grow.

Impact: Shift in types of jobs available — low-skill, routine work may decline, but creative and service work could thrive with AI support.

Larry Ackerman

Dear Larry,

I hope your optimistic take is the right one. Others signal alarm about AI. For example,

Senator Richard Blumenthal (D — CT) raised concerns about the potential dangers of AI, particularly its use in spreading disinformation. He advocated for federal legislation. Senator Murphy concurred and warned against the dangers of unregulated AI, highlighting its potential impact on job displacement and destabilization of democratic processes.

Carole

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Photo: Dana Goedewaagen/Blue Moon Images

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