Recent commencement speeches show students are souring on AI. How deep is the angst?

TL;DR

Recent commencement speeches have seen students jeering speakers who discuss AI, reflecting growing unease.
Younger Americans, particularly recent graduates, express fears about AI displacing them from entry-level jobs.
Data shows a significant decline in optimism among 15-34 year olds about finding employment compared to previous years.
While executives promote AI for productivity and profit, many workers worry about its impact on career prospects.
There is a disconnect between AI experts, who largely see AI as beneficial for work, and the general public, who express more skepticism and concern about job loss.
The job market is challenging for recent graduates, with some professions showing signs of strain due to AI substitution.
The potential economic impact of AI is compared to the dot-com bubble, with uncertainty about future job growth and market stability.

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