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The AI economy is rewriting the American Dream — and blue-collar workers are poised to win
AI-driven hiring slowdowns are hitting some entry-level jobs for college graduates as companies like Ford and AT&T ramp up recruiting for skilled trade workers.

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According to CNBC’s source item, The AI economy is rewriting the American Dream — and blue-collar workers are poised to win, AI-driven hiring slowdowns are hitting some entry-level jobs for college graduates as companies like Ford and AT&T ramp up recruiting for skilled trade workers.
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