The Industrial Revolution improved everyone’s life, in the … - Balaji Srinivasan

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The Industrial Revolution improved everyone’s life, in the long run.

But in the medium run, it caused the rise of communism, the murder of capitalists, and the advent of world war. Technological advance caused political chaos.

Then again, would you prefer no electricity?

Balaji Srinivasan

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Alternative Names: Balaji S. Srinivasan • Balaji Subbaraman Srinivasan • Balaji S.

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