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The authors close with a call to action, emphasizing that the end of traditional work is not an end but the beginning of something better. The shift towards universal capital ownership offers a path to shared prosperity, dignity, and purpose—a future worth building together.
In conclusion, The Last Worker is more than a critique of automation; it envisions a society where everyone has a stake, where meaning transcends employment, and where technology serves the common good. As Julia McCoy, through her AI clone collaboration with David Shapiro, champions, the future is not about mass unemployment but about universal inclusion and shared success.