As part of his Labor Day message to workers in the United States, Sen. Bernie Sanders on Monday re-upped his call for the establishment of a 20% cut to the workweek with no loss in pay—an idea he said is “not radical” given the enormous productivity gains over recent decades that have resulted in massive profits for corporations but scraps for employees and the working class.

“It’s time for a 32-hour workweek with no loss in pay,” Sanders wrote in a Guardian op-ed as he cited a 480% increase in worker productivity since the 40-hour workweek was first established in 1940.

“It’s time,” he continued, “that working families were able to take advantage of the increased productivity that new technologies provide so that they can enjoy more leisure time, family time, educational and cultural opportunities—and less stress.”

  • phillaholic
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    01 year ago

    But it’s ok to ask me a subjective question like what Senators aren’t bought when you refuse to tell me what you consider bought? Do you want me to go to open secrets and look for a Senator that didn’t take donations from corporations? Because if so, cross Bernie Sanders off the list. Otherwise it’s on you to tell me your definition or you’re just full of shit. I’m fine with either.

    • Flying Squid
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      21 year ago

      Insulting me will not get me to play your game.

        • Flying Squid
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          21 year ago

          If you ever figure out how lobbying works, you let me know.

          • phillaholic
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            01 year ago

            Ok, I’ll go ask Bernie why he took that money from Alphabet Inc.

            • Flying Squid
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              21 year ago

              Yes, you’ve already made it abundantly clear that you don’t know what lobbying means. No need to rub it in.