David Autor (Economist)

David Autor is an American economist known for his research on labor markets, technology's impact on jobs, and income inequality. He studies how automation and globalization affect employment, particularly how certain sectors and demographics are influenced. Autor has highlighted the growing divide between high-skill, high-wage jobs and low-skill, low-wage jobs, often referred to as the "hollowing out" of the middle class. His work informs policymakers on the challenges workers face in adapting to rapid economic changes, emphasizing the importance of education and training in the workforce.