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Some people think we are heading towards that “utopic future” of a paradise on earth quite quickly and to a point of no return, considering the advancements we have been witnessing with AI, ChatGPT, BloombergGPT, Machine Learning, Robotics etc.
Was it what John Lennon had in mind when he came up with “Imagine”?
Other people think that this vision is a delusion of “dreamers”, that the human species is opportunistic and was not tailored for putting collaboration ahead of competition, establishing that the law of nature relies on the “survival of the fittest”.
Does that assumption somehow confirm what some economists foresee as a harsh wave of financial crash around the globe?
And, if ever possible, how soon would it take for us, as human species, to overcome all the trouble to implement this alternative reality?
Sunday Thoughts | April 2, 2023.
Imagine a world without government, countries, money, and work. A world where everyone is equal, entitled to all things, goods, and living free-of-charge, where all work is done by machines, and there is no need for laws, police, regulations, nor humans controlling or subjugating anyone. In this world, each human is the single one responsible for his/her own destiny. This utopian vision has been the dream of many thinkers and philosophers throughout history, and with the advent of advanced technology, it may not be such an impossible dream after all.
The concept of a world without government, countries, money, and work is not new. It has been explored by many thinkers, including Karl Marx, who envisioned a society where “everyone worked according to their ability and received according to their needs”. In his vision, the state would eventually wither away, and society would be organized on the principles of mutual aid and cooperation.
In a world without work, machines and automation would do all the work. This may seem like a far-fetched idea, but it is already happening. Machines and robots are replacing human workers in many industries, and the trend is only going to accelerate in the future. The benefits of this automation are clear – it would free humans from the drudgery of work and allow them to pursue more meaningful and creative endeavors.
Without money, there would be no need for banks or financial institutions. All goods and services would be provided free-of-charge, and everyone would have access to them. This would eliminate the problems of poverty, inequality, and social exclusion that are caused by the unequal distribution of wealth. Instead, everyone would have access to the same resources and opportunities, regardless of their social status or background.
In a world without government, there would be no need for laws or regulations. People would be free to live their lives as they saw fit, as long as they did not harm others. This would eliminate the need for police or other forms of control and reduce the potential for abuse of power. Instead, individuals would be responsible for their own actions, and would be held accountable for any harm they caused.
In this world, everyone would be equal, entitled to all things, goods, and living free-of-charge. This would create a society where people would be valued for who they are, rather than what they have or what they do. It would also create a society where cooperation and mutual aid would be the norm, rather than competition and individualism.
Of course, this vision of a world without government, countries, money, and work is not without its challenges. One of the biggest challenges would be ensuring that everyone had access to the same resources and opportunities, regardless of their background or social status. This would require a massive redistribution of resources and a radical change in the way society is organized.
Another challenge would be ensuring that machines and automation were used for the benefit of all, rather than just a few. This would require careful regulation and oversight, to prevent the concentration of power and wealth in the hands of a small elite. What should we prompt ourselves to start doing differently, then?
Despite these challenges, the vision of a world without government, countries, money, and work is a compelling one. It offers the possibility of a society where everyone is equal and free, and where cooperation and mutual aid are the norm. It may not be an easy vision to realize, but it is definitely a vision that is worth pursuing.
What do you think about it?
Can we proceed with the idea of pursuing a “paradise dream” (such as NitzGallah) on Earth, alongside the increasingly frequent technological advancements, or should we just use those outstanding technological developments to make our lives easier and speed up our businesses, but keeping (social) things, for instance, the way they have (mostly) always been, since when, supposedly, Sapiens wiped out the Neanderthals?
Would you mind sharing your thoughts with us?
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Good Sunday, everyone!