oyees and even society as a whole. Hence I think the reason our society allows automation to continue is the same reason this same society allowed the big tycoons of the Industrial Age abuse and neglect their work force. For one there will always be desperate and unfortunate people looking for employment no matter how bad the work environment, and second we are raised as loyal and faithful citizens that do not question authority.Barbara Garson’s example of the social worker shows what implication this lack in independent thought might have on society. If the welfare system of the United States is becoming increasingly automated, what implications might this have on society? I think it is quite possible that we will neglect large portions of our population due to calculated errors caused by computer programs. Welfare should not be decided by mathematical calculations or “0”s and “1”s. It should be managed by real people with conversational and people skills. Every individual has unique needs and characteristics, and must therefore be dealt with individually on a personal basis. I do not believe automation is the way to deal with our country’s welfare system. Furthermore, it upsets me when I read the sexist and racist remarks made by one of Garson’s interviewees. This individual clearly does not belong in the field of social work. Yet, since social work has become so clerical it does not surprise me that these kind of people work there. Hence it is imperative that we do not exempt any trend that is modern as the effective and best way to handle things. We must further question these changes and find other ways to improve social issues.Journal #3The Electronic Sweatshop by Barbara GarsonChapters 9 to 10 & ConclusionThe Overworked American by Juliet B. SchorChapters 1 to 2SummaryIn chapter nine Barbara Garson discusses how automation has led to a work force that primarily consists of part-time and...
