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Bernie Sanders: “The richest people in this country are investing in AI and…”

Featuring: Bernie Sanders, Independent | U.S. Senate, Vermont

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Published | Video Starts at 12:39

Well, some people may think that is the case. I know those guys. I don't believe it. I think the answer is fairly obvious. The richest people in this country are investing in AI and robotics because those investments will increase their wealth and power exponentially. In other words, the richest and most powerful people on earth will become even richer and more powerful. But what happens to working people, ordinary Americans, during this transition? (12:39–12:52)

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Asserts that wealthy individuals are investing in AI and robotics to increase their wealth and power.

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