During a recent interview on 'The Joe Rogan Experience,' Senator Bernie Sanders advocated for a four-day work week, emphasizing the need for a 32-hour workweek as advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation reshape the workforce.

He argued that reducing the workweek would provide workers with more time for family, friends, and personal pursuits, moving away from the traditional 40-hour workweek.

Sanders believes that increased productivity from AI should translate into better work-life balance for employees, rather than just higher expectations without corresponding benefits.

To address potential job displacement, he proposed several solutions, including universal basic income, guaranteed education, universal healthcare, and raising the federal minimum wage.

This proposal comes amid ongoing discussions about the impact of AI and automation on the workforce, highlighted by recent layoffs at major companies like Microsoft and Amazon.

Sanders expressed deep concerns about AI and robotics potentially displacing millions of American workers, warning that the transition to an AI-driven economy could lead to a 'crisis of meaning' for many.

He criticized the trend in tech companies where AI-driven productivity often results in higher expectations for workers without adequate compensation or time off.

Sanders highlighted the need for technology to serve the working class rather than just billionaires, citing examples of CEOs who prioritize profits over worker welfare.

He pointed to successful examples of companies that have adopted a four-day work week, such as Kickstarter and a Microsoft Japan pilot, which reported significant productivity increases.

In the UK, a pilot program involving 61 companies showed a revenue increase during the trial period, reinforcing the viability of a shorter workweek.

In India, where workers face long hours and high levels of burnout, Sanders's proposal could significantly benefit those enduring unofficial expectations of 12-hour days.

Achieving a shift towards a shorter workweek in India will require comprehensive adjustments in law, corporate attitudes, and societal priorities to ensure all workers benefit.