Katherine Newman, University of Massachusetts Boston

(THE CONVERSATION) Artificial intelligence has replaced many skills in recent years – including the skills needed to do some human jobs.

The tech revolution has not gone unnoticed by American workers. A 2018 Gallup poll revealed that 70% of Americans believe AI will eliminate more jobs than it creates.

Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang has sounded the alarm, raising the prospect that millions are at risk for long-term joblessness.

I’m an expert on labor markets in the U.S., and I believe that AI will undoubtedly change the future...