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The Guardian — AI · September 23, 2026 · On the brief until October 7, 2026

AI is generating a new wave of US populism. It could be a tipping point | Robert Reich

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Lowering worker wages while sparking populist political backlash

Political figures across the ideological spectrum are organizing against artificial intelligence as worker wage shares drop to historic lows. The technology threatens to increase economic inequality by cutting jobs while enriching corporate owners. This dynamic is reviving cross-partisan economic populism directed at corporate tech leaders.

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Consider whether political candidates will confront powerful technology firms or avoid the issue to protect campaign donations.

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