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Sanders and Khanna Rally in California as Billionaire Tax Fight Intensifies
politics5 days ago

Sanders and Khanna Rally in California as Billionaire Tax Fight Intensifies

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Ro Khanna are campaigning in California to support Proposition 40, a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, as early voting begins. The measure, which would affect roughly 200 ultra-wealthy individuals to offset federal healthcare cuts, faces intense opposition from Gov. Gavin Newsom and billionaire-backed groups. While proponents argue the tax is necessary for equity, opponents warn it will drive wealth out of the state and could be expanded to non-billionaires. The campaign is marked by a massive spending disparity, with opponents raising over $252 million compared to roughly $32.4 million for supporters.

via abcnews.com|
#bernie-sanders#california-election#gavin-newsom
politics5 days ago

Sanders and Khanna Rally for California Billionaire Tax as Polls Show Narrow Lead

California’s Proposition 40, a one-time 5% wealth tax on billionaires, faces a tight race in November. While a recent poll shows a 10-point lead for supporters, the measure is vastly outspent by opponents. Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ro Khanna are actively campaigning to boost support, arguing the tax is essential for healthcare funding. Governor Gavin Newsom opposes the state measure, advocating for a national tax instead, while critics warn that the initiative could trigger a mass exodus of wealthy residents, reducing state revenue.

via Politico|
#bernie-sanders#california#gavin-newsom
politics6 days ago

Progressives unveil Ban Flock Act to halt federal license plate reader funding

Senators Bernie Sanders and Jeff Merkley, alongside Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, introduced the Ban Flock Act on October 2, 2026. The legislation seeks to prohibit federal agencies from using automated license plate readers and blocks federal grants to local governments that deploy the technology. The bill responds to growing public backlash over privacy violations and misuse of Flock Safety’s surveillance network, which operates in over 5,000 communities. While progressives frame the measure as a necessary check on corporate surveillance power, critics argue that banning the technology ignores its utility in solving crimes, such as recent child abductions and mass shootings.

via Politico|
#alexandria-ocasio-cortez#bernie-sanders#flock-safety
politics6 days ago

Sanders Launches Maine Campaign for Jackson Amid Tight Senate Race

Sen. Bernie Sanders will hold three rallies in Maine starting Oct. 10 to support Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson against incumbent Susan Collins. This marks Sanders' first major campaign appearance for Jackson this cycle, following his withdrawal of support for Graham Platner. The move coincides with Sanders opening his $23 million war chest to fund other Democratic candidates, including Peggy Flanagan in Minnesota. The Maine race remains competitive, with recent polls showing Collins holding a narrow lead, though undecided voters keep the outcome uncertain. Sanders argues the election will determine whether the Senate continues to support President Trump's policies or holds him accountable.

via Politico|
#bernie-sanders#maine-senate#midterms-2026
politics10 days ago

Bernie Sanders Deploys $23M War Chest to Bankroll Key Democratic Midterm Contests

Sen. Bernie Sanders is leveraging his nearly $23 million campaign reserve to fund critical Democratic races in Minnesota, Florida, and other battlegrounds. This financial injection follows a series of primary victories for progressive candidates and aims to secure Senate and House seats in November. The move signals a shift from primary campaigning to direct electoral support for endorsed incumbents and challengers.

via Politico|
#2026-midterms#bernie-sanders#democratic-strategy
politics15 days ago

Progressives Back 20-Year Jail Ban on AI Superintelligence as Trump Meets Tech Chiefs

Ten House Democrats, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ro Khanna, have joined Rep. Greg Casar’s 'Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act,' which would halt advanced AI development until a new regulatory body is established. The bill, co-sponsored by Sen. Bernie Sanders, imposes a 20-year prison sentence for violations. This move highlights a split in the Democratic Party between progressives demanding strict controls and centrists favoring innovation-friendly rules, occurring just before a White House meeting between President Trump and AI executives.

via Politico|
#ai-regulation#bernie-sanders#congress
Democrats Push for U.S.-China AI Pause as Trump Meets Xi Amid Safety Fears
politics15 days ago

Democrats Push for U.S.-China AI Pause as Trump Meets Xi Amid Safety Fears

As President Trump prepares to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House, U.S. Senate Democrats are urging a bilateral pause on advanced AI development, while Senator Bernie Sanders introduces a bill to ban 'superintelligence.' The administration, however, dismisses safety concerns as a hoax and prioritizes maintaining American technological dominance over China.

via New York Post|
#ai-regulation#artificial-intelligence#bernie-sanders
Sanders and Casar Propose 20-Year Jail Penalty for AI Superintelligence
politics-and-technology16 days ago

Sanders and Casar Propose 20-Year Jail Penalty for AI Superintelligence

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar introduced the 'Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act,' proposing a 20-year prison sentence for developing AI that exceeds human control. The bill mandates a pause on advanced AI until a new federal department is established, drawing sharp criticism from industry groups and some left-wing voices who argue existing laws suffice or that the measures are unrealistic.

via NBC News|
#ai-regulation#bernie-sanders#congress
politics16 days ago

Sanders and Casar Introduce Sweeping Ban on Artificial Superintelligence

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar introduced the 'Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act' on September 23, 2026, proposing severe penalties for developing advanced AI outside federal oversight. The bill would prohibit 'recursive self-improvement' and AI models capable of designing weapons or evading human control. Violations could result in a 'corporate death penalty' for firms and up to 20 years in prison for individuals, mirroring nuclear weapons offenses. The legislation also mandates the creation of a Cabinet-level Department of Artificial Intelligence to oversee frontier models and pause development until the agency is operational. While Sanders and Casar advocate for immediate action, other lawmakers and commentators debate whether existing regulations suffice or if such drastic measures are necessary.

via Politico|
#ai-regulation#bernie-sanders#congress
Sanders Condemns FCC Approval of Foreign Ownership in Paramount–Warner Merger
politics20 days ago

Sanders Condemns FCC Approval of Foreign Ownership in Paramount–Warner Merger

US Senator Bernie Sanders joined critics in denouncing the FCC’s approval of foreign investment that would let a Paramount-Skydance/Warner Bros. merger be about 49.5% foreign-owned, with funds from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, raising concerns about foreign influence over major media like CBS and CNN. Commissioner Anna Gomez warned about weak safeguards and lack of public votes, while opponents argue for tighter protections; the merger is paused amid legal challenges with a March trial set.

via Common Dreams|
#bernie-sanders#federal-communications-commissio#paramount
Left Fractures Over AI Doom: Regulate Today or Wager on Doomsday Risks
politics21 days ago

Left Fractures Over AI Doom: Regulate Today or Wager on Doomsday Risks

The piece analyzes a growing split within the American left over AI regulation: some argue against exaggerated doomsday claims and warn that focusing on frontier AI diverts attention from current harms caused by unregulated tech, while others—led by Bernie Sanders—advocate aggressive, comprehensive safety rules addressing both present harms and long-term existential risks. The debate involves groups like the NYC DSA, tensions with figures like Timnit Gebru, and potential cross-ideological alliances; the central question is what regulations to pursue and how to balance immediate impacts with future threats, as public opinion and political momentum push AI policy into the spotlight.

via WIRED|
#ai-safety#bernie-sanders#data-centers
Unlikely allies urge tougher AI guardrails in US politics
us-politics-and-policy25 days ago

Unlikely allies urge tougher AI guardrails in US politics

Vermont senator Bernie Sanders and former adviser Steve Bannon are co-hosting a 'Pro-Human Assembly' in Washington to urge tougher AI guardrails, with bipartisan speakers and support for a new federal regulator and limits on rapid development, reflecting growing cross-party worry about AI risks even as tech leaders push for slowed progress.

via Financial Times|
#ai-regulation#artificial-intelligence#bernie-sanders
Congress weighs phased 32-hour workweek with no pay cut
economy28 days ago

Congress weighs phased 32-hour workweek with no pay cut

A new bill, the Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act, would gradually lower the federal overtime threshold from 40 hours to 32 hours over four years (38, 36, 34, then 32) without reducing workers’ pay or benefits, seeking to align labor standards with advances in AI and automation; introduced by Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Mark Takano, its passage seems unlikely with Republicans in control.

via USA Today|
#32-hour-workweek#bernie-sanders#economy
2028 hopefuls dodge Sanders' AI pause demand as data-center debate heats up
politics1 month ago

2028 hopefuls dodge Sanders' AI pause demand as data-center debate heats up

Democratic presidential contenders largely avoided endorsing Bernie Sanders' call to pause AI development, with many not answering the question and only Rahm Emanuel offering a critical take. AOC and Ro Khanna expressed support for pausing data-center growth, while several major figures stayed silent. The piece underscores how AI policy is evolving faster than candidates’ messaging and the risk that Democrats could appear slow to act on a contentious tech issue ahead of the 2028 race.

via Axios|
#ai-policy#ai-regulation#bernie-sanders