The strongest version of this narrative is that AI is not a job destroyer but a productivity amplifier, with data showing tangible gains in output, employment, and wages in exposed industries. The research credibly challenges apocalyptic forecasts by grounding its claims in empirical evidence, tracking real-world adoption trends, and distinguishing between AI as a complement versus a substitute for labor. The study’s focus on pre-ChatGPT productivity gains (2021 onward) adds weight to its argume...