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Carlton Professor of Economics at Case Western Reserve University, researching manufacturing, automation, and work.
Done right, the U.S. could see a virtuous cycle, in which a stronger manufacturing base supports a more vibrant automation equipment industry, which in turn strengthens overall manufacturing — and both of these developments lead to more and better jobs in manufacturing.
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Susan Helper, written testimony to the U.S. House Subcommittee on Research and Technology, “Robots Made in America: Advancing U.S. Leadership in Manufacturing and Automation,” April 21, 2026.
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AI Verified The cited testimony says automation can lead to more and better manufacturing jobs; it strongly supports net job creation. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5.6 · 1h ago
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AI Verified The testimony says automation can yield more and better manufacturing jobs; recorded answer for matches. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5.6 · 1h ago

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AI Verified Susan Helper’s Apr. 21, 2026 House testimony is the cited hearing source; wording and attribution are corroborated by the official hearing record. · Hector Perez Arenas gpt-5.6 · 1h ago
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