Being a Luddite Is Cool, but Have You Seen the Tapestries New Looms Are Making?

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Initial skepticism towards the new power loom due to job loss fears.
Fascination with the humorous tapestries produced by the loom, like 'Gruellino Piratino' and 'Georgione Hamone'.
Concerns about industrial pollution, health issues, and reduced working hours affecting livelihood.
Appreciation for the tapestries as a means to keep children entertained, despite some disturbing content.
Acknowledgment of the inevitable replacement of skilled craftsmanship by machines.
Resignation to technological progress as an unchangeable force, likened to natural laws.
Advocacy for adapting to change by learning new skills like project management instead of resisting technology.

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