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The risk of societal bifurcation: Will society split into doers—those actively engaged in meaningful pursuits—and consumers living on the fruits of automation? This could spawn or deepen class divides, with some living purposefully and others merely consuming resources or participating in leisure.
Leisure class and social hierarchies: Historical examples like aristocratic leisure, ancient Sparta, or even modern entertainment industries show that unoccupied elites often pursue social status through activity like debating, arts, or social display.