Sanders Backs Shorter Workweek as AI Advances - Polls Show Strong Support for 4-Day Week to Share Benefits of Automation
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Sen. Bernie Sanders supports reducing the workweek to benefit workers, not corporate profits, as AI improves productivity.
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A recent poll found 80% of people support a 4-day workweek over a 5-day week.
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In a Microsoft survey, 49% worried AI would replace their jobs, but 70% wanted AI to reduce their workload.
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UAW's push for a 32-hour workweek would help mainstream the 4-day workweek concept.
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Experts say a shorter workweek would share the benefits of automation with workers, not just shareholders.