  This paper explores the intricate relationship between capitalism, racial
injustice, and artificial intelligence (AI), arguing that AI acts as a
contemporary vehicle for age-old forms of exploitation. By linking historical
patterns of racial and economic oppression with current AI practices, this
study illustrates how modern technology perpetuates and deepens societal
inequalities. It specifically examines how AI is implicated in the exploitation
of marginalized communities through underpaid labor in the gig economy, the
perpetuation of biases in algorithmic decision-making, and the reinforcement of
systemic barriers that prevent these groups from benefiting equitably from
technological advances. Furthermore, the paper discusses the role of AI in
extending and intensifying the social, economic, and psychological burdens
faced by these communities, highlighting the problematic use of AI in
surveillance, law enforcement, and mental health contexts. The analysis
concludes with a call for transformative changes in how AI is developed and
deployed. Advocating for a reevaluation of the values driving AI innovation,
the paper promotes an approach that integrates social justice and equity into
the core of technological design and policy. This shift is crucial for ensuring
that AI serves as a tool for societal improvement, fostering empowerment and
healing rather than deepening existing divides.
