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By PAUL E. SCHINDLER JR. I am from Portland, Oregon, Beaumont ’66, Benson High ’70, MIT ’74. Some things are impossible to know, but it is impossible to know these things.

Thousand-Year Struggle: Technology/Prosperity

October 31, 2025

A mini comic, adapted at MIT based on
Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity Power and Progress
By Daron Acemoglu
By Simon Johnson

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Cover of a mini comic titled 'Power and Progress' by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, illustrating the theme of technology's impact on prosperity, featuring various images of historical and modern technology.
A black and white comic panel depicting a conversation about the risks and development of Artificial Intelligence, featuring characters discussing A.I.'s societal impact and industry growth.
A mini comic exploring the impact of AI on memory, job automation, and technology's role in creating a better world, featuring thoughtful characters discussing the consequences of technological advancement.
A mini comic illustrating concepts from 'Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity' by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, featuring discussions on surveillance, the panopticon, and social efficiency.
A mini comic illustrating the historical impact of the factory system in Britain, featuring scenes of workers operating machinery and commentary on labor conditions during the Industrial Revolution.
A mini comic illustrating concepts from _Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity_ by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, featuring characters discussing the impact of technology on society and labor.
A mini comic comparing living standards and technology between the 14th and 21st centuries, featuring discussions on prosperity and the impact of industrialization.
A mini comic illustrating the themes from _Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity_ by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, featuring historical references to technological advancements and their societal impacts, including depictions of workers advocating for fair treatment.
A black and white mini comic showcasing various historical perspectives on technology, labor rights, and economic trends over time, featuring illustrations of workers, a train, and informative text boxes.
A mini comic illustrating the integration of pro-worker AI tools, showcasing scenarios like enhancing industrial safety, analyzing information quickly, and the potential of technology to solve real problems.
A mini comic illustrating themes from 'Power and Progress' by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, discussing the relationship between technology, workers, and economic power. The comic features various characters in a futuristic workspace and conversations emphasizing the need for safeguards for workers in the age of AI.
A mini comic illustrating concepts from 'Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity' by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, featuring a discussion on the impact of technology on social power dynamics.

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[…] smart and creative.There are a pair of Nobel-winning economists who have tackled this subject—in comic book form. Perfect for the readers of this column.Let me conclude by saying this. There are many tasks for […]

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