Keynes quote on post-scarcity purpose resurfaces amid AI economic transformation
paulnovosad · x · 2026-09-14
An economist resurfaces Keynes's line from 'Economic Possibilities for our Grandchildren': if the economic problem is solved, mankind will be deprived of its traditional purpose — potentially a benefit, yet the readjustment inspires dread. Shared amid AI-driven debate over a post-scarcity future and human meaning.
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