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What if the U.S. Government Owned Stock in AI Companies?

The U.S. government could own stock in AI companies to compensate Americans for jobs lost to automation, a proposal that raises questions about economic policy and corporate governance. Ray Schroeder explores the idea of public equity stakes as a mechanism for redistributing AI-driven profits to displaced workers.

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What if the U.S. Government Owned Stock in AI Companies?

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 03:00 AM Who is responsible for compensating Americans for jobs lost to AI?

Byline(s) Ray Schroeder

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insidehighered.com — original article To AI-Proof Lawyers, Some Law Schools Restrict Technology Career Literacy Strengthens Student Success What If We Accidentally Outsource the Real Work to AI?
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