Bernie Sanders wants to bring in a 4-day workweek, which would see workers paid the same for 8 hours less work every week

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 09:02

Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders (I-VT) questions witnesses during a hearing about working hours in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill on March 14, 2024 in Washington DC. — A global four-day workweek trial found that workers were happier and more efficient.
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Bernie Sanders has introduced a bill to bring in a 32-hour workweek for American workers.
Sanders introduced legislation for a four-day workweek on Wednesday, saying people are overworked.
The four-day workweek has gained momentum in recent years, with trials showing it makes workers happier and more productive.

Bernie Sanders introduced new legislation on Wednesday calling for a 32-hour workweek in the US, which would see workers earn the same as they would during a 40-hour workweek.