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The open letter expresses concerns and expectations for Canadian politicians in the upcoming elections, emphasizing the need for substantive discussions on key issues. The author highlights specific points:
What the Author Doesn't Want:
- Rejects odious character assassination, urging politicians not to focus solely on criticizing opponents without presenting their own ideas.
What the Author Wants to See:
- Emphasizes the importance of clear and detailed policies, urging politicians to articulate their plans thoroughly and in a timely manner.
Key Issues for Discussion:
- Acknowledges climate change as a significant existential threat.
- Urges politicians to provide specific plans to mitigate its effects, including emission targets and alternative energy sources.
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, and Robotics:
- Discusses potential job displacement due to automation.
- Calls for plans to assist those losing jobs, considering retraining options, support for individuals unable to upgrade skills quickly, and affordable education for ongoing skill development.
- Encourages policies promoting the adoption of AI, robotics, and automation to enhance competitiveness and benefit workers.
- Highlights the issue of wage stagnation since the 1970s, referencing data from Canada and the U.S.
- Asks for politicians' plans to reverse wage stagnation and improve people's lives.
Aging Population and Immigration:
- Addresses the challenges associated with an aging population, including the need for long-term care and support for caregivers.
- Discusses immigration as a solution, emphasizing the importance of providing necessary support for immigrants to integrate into the labor market.
- Raises concerns about a potential brain drain and calls for policies to enable immigrants to lead better lives in Canada.
Interrelations and Concluding Thoughts:
- Emphasizes the interconnection of these issues and the need for financial resources to address them.
- Calls for equitable sharing of benefits from technologies like AI and automation.
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