Source: Fortune.com
Summary
A new bipartisan nonprofit, RAISE US, aims to help American workers adapt to an economy increasingly automated by artificial intelligence. Founded by former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and former Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, the group will deploy over $500 million to support education and training programs, partnering with states and major employers. The nonprofit’s goal is to connect schools with employers and develop policies that promote job creation and higher incomes. RAISE US has already partnered with several major companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, and Bank of America.
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The numbers tell one story.
RAISE US is launching with a $500 million investment in education and training programs.
The nonprofit is partnering with states and major employers to develop policies promoting job creation and higher incomes.
Former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and former Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb are leading the effort.
As AI displaces human workers, the US is facing a potential crisis of unemployment and social instability.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump remains optimistic about the economic benefits of AI, despite warnings from experts about the need for a more comprehensive approach to workforce development.
Author: Evan Null
