Sanders Proposes 32-Hour Workweek, Citing Increased Productivity and Worker Well-being

The proposed legislation aims to improve quality of life without reducing pay, drawing on global examples and historical precedents.

Bernie Sanders and Shawn Fain advocate for a 32-hour workweek, highlighting the significant increase in worker productivity since the 1940s.
The United States has one of the longest workweeks among wealthy nations, with many Americans working over 60 hours weekly.
Global examples, including Belgium's adoption of a four-day workweek and successful trials in the UK and Japan, demonstrate the benefits of reduced work hours.
Historical efforts for shorter workweeks date back to the 19th century, with notable figures like Richard Nixon and Henry Ford advocating for reduced working hours.
The push for a 32-hour workweek reflects ongoing debates about work-life balance, technological advancements, and the distribution of economic gains.