TRUMP ISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDER AUTHORIZING A FOUR DAY WORKWEEK
- Greenmark 101
- May 25
- 9 min read
maybe when you consider its subjective probabilities.
We asked: What is the SPM tag value for a four-day workweek in the United States? The answer showed SPM 82.35 tag, which supported a subjective probability score that the idea can be implemented in the near future. The unexpected inquiry took place during a gray-box testing of our sixth iteration of the proprietary G-101 SPM AI algorithm, a program that answers value correlated questions. According to the score, the SPM 82.35 tag meant that the event would happen. That was good enough for us to investigate the issue. Note: Reliability of SPM tags – below
The US government hasn't adopted a four-day workweek due to a combination of factors, including the deeply ingrained tradition of the five-day workweek, concerns about potential productivity losses, and the practical challenges of implementing such a change across various industries and government agencies. Some politicians and business leaders have voiced concerns about the potential negative impacts of a four-day workweek on the economy and business operations. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) argued that a reduction in the workweek would hurt employers, ship jobs overseas, and cause consumer price spikes. These arguments appear to be mere opinions without reliable economic and social evaluation.
Several bills proposed by Senator Bernie Sanders have faced significant opposition, often stemming from disagreements over their potential impact on businesses, the economy, and social values.
A summary of some prominent examples:
The Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Bill: Sanders' Proposal: This bill seeks to reduce the standard workweek to 32 hours without a reduction in pay, aiming to improve the work-life balance for employees. Opposition: (i) Critics argue that mandating a shorter workweek could force businesses to hire additional workers or face decreased productivity, potentially harming small businesses. (ii) There are concerns that such a bill may not be suitable for all industries, particularly those requiring hands-on labor, like manufacturing. (iii) Some worry it would threaten small businesses operating on tight margins.
The Opposition carried a SPM 46.76 tag, which suggest that the arguments are not valid.
The PRO Act (Protecting the Right to Organize Act): Sanders' Support: Sanders is a strong supporter of the PRO Act, which aims to strengthen workers' rights to organize and collectively bargain. Opposition: (i) Organizations like the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) have actively opposed the PRO Act, arguing that it would violate workers' free choice and privacy rights, potentially costing jobs and harming the economy. (ii) Critics also contend that the bill would force union representation on employees and threaten vital supply chains.
The Opposition carried a SPM 52.03 tag, which suggest that the arguments are not valid.
In Conclusion: Senator Sanders' proposals often generate considerable debate and opposition, reflecting the diverse range of perspectives on economic policy, labor rights, and foreign policy within the US political landscape. Such opposition lacks merit since the root causes and means to counter he arguments against are based on false assumptions. In political contexts, the compelling viewpoint is enhanced productivity.
ARGUMENTS FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF SPM TAGS
“Sometimes in life the glass seems half empty, sometimes it seems half full, and sometimes the glass is twice as large as it needs to be.”
That is the issue – more hours worked doesn’t mean it’s better.
Today’s economy is very productive, and people don’t have to work long hours to earn enough money to feed, clothe and house their families. Increase economic productivity yield higher wages for workers. According to SPM tags, workers responded to this rise in potential income by “buying” more leisure time, as well as by “buying” more goods and services.
Social Activities are primary growth engines of a four-day workweek. (1) Household building and organizing. (2) Shopping, (3) Travel, (4) Dreaming and planning for the future and (5) Personal care: Taking care of oneself, like sleeping or grooming, is an important part of using spare time.
BENEFITS BY THE NUMBERS
According to SPM tag, in 2025, the U.S. GROSS NATIONAL PRODUCT (GNP) is projected to reach 28.192.00 USD Billion, by 2030 GNP is projected to reach 37,153.09. However, if a four workweek becomes the standard in 2026, GNP will increase, on a weighted average, to 11% by 2030
Characteristic
| Gross domestic product in billion U.S. dollars
|
2030
| $37,153.09 With 4-day workweek/increase of 11.0% carries a SPM 89.35 tag
|
2029
| $35,712.82 With 4-day workweek/increase of 9.3% carries a SPM 87.09 tag
|
2028
| $34,342.13 With 4-day workweek/increase of 7.4% carries a SPM 82.01 tag
|
2027
| $32,941.71 With 4-day workweek/increase of 3.1% carries a SPM 80.00 tag
|
IMPLEMENTING A FOUR DAY WORKWEEK
The effective date with be January 1, 2026, for certain federal employees, and fully implementation on a federal level by January 1, 2027.
Private and public companies and all entities with more than 25 employees can enter the program, but mandatory compliance begins on January 1, 2027. Note: A 40-hour, five-day work week is now standard for full-time jobs in America, pursuant to the passage of the *Fair Labor Standards Act in 1938 (FLSA).
* FLSA requires federal sanctions to change the hours to 32 to 38-hour, four day work week.
TRUMP ISSUING AN EXECUTIVE ORDER AUTHORIZING A FOUR DAY WORKWEEK HAS MERIT.
The question of a four-day workweek has intriguing potential not only on an economic basis, but also on a social level. Advocates of a four-day workweek are long and varied; individuals, organizations, and movements that believe a shorter workweek, typically 32 to 38 hours in 4 days, would benefit both employees and employers. They argue it can improve work-life balance, employee morale, productivity, and even reduce costs for businesses. Pros include improved employee well-being, potential cost savings, and increased productivity. Cons include potential scheduling challenges, reduced customer service availability, and the need for adjustments to work processes. “Pros” have the upper hand with hard data supported by research (while “cons” failed to supply hard facts or studies). Indeed, studies have consistently shown that people are more productive in those four days and this more than makes up for what is lost by not working the fifth day.
Studies in countries like Iceland, New Zealand, Spain, and Japan have shown that workers reported a significant increase (25% to 40%) in productivity when transitioning to a four-day workweek. A recent pilot program in the UK involving 61 companies showed that 92% of those companies continued testing the concept after the initial trial. Academic reports published by https://autonomy.institute/, highlights the results of trials showing that reductions in working hours maintained or increased productivity and service provision, while also improving workers' well-being and work-life balance. A study conducted by Boston College involving nearly 33 companies indicates a high level of satisfaction among both employers and employees with the four-day week, with companies noting improved productivity and growth in revenue. Moreover, research has also shown that reducing work hours to 35 hours a week can lead to fewer sick days among nurses, which reduces employer costs.
These studies and reports collectively suggest that the four-day workweek can be a viable and even beneficial approach to work arrangements, with the potential to improve productivity, well-being, and work-life balance for employees.
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RELIABILITY OF SPM TAGS
Social events accurately predicted underscores
the reliability of SPM tags:
G-101 SPM AI algorithm (Social Series SS2)
These selected predictions are presented to show the accuracy of SPM tags on some of the “in-your face” events. Indeed, the success of SPM tags to predict futures values and ideas has been documented by certified performance records, historical data easily accessible on the internet, and proofs supplies by Northbridge data files and other reliable sources
On February 1, 2014, to the question: Will a Russo-Ukrainian War begin this year?
YES with a SPM 81.87 tag.
On February 27, 2014, Russian soldiers with no insignia began to invade the Ukrainian territory of Crimea
and fully controlled the peninsula by late March. At first, Russia denied the soldiers were theirs, but Putin later admitted they were Russian special forces.
On March 25, 2016, to the question: Will Donald Trump win the presidency?
YES with a SPM 77.36 tag.
On January 20, 2017, Donald Trump became president of the United States.
On February 4, 2020, to the question: Will The COVID-19 virus spread rapidly and impact all aspects of life in the United States.
YES with a SPM 91.05 tag.
The COVID-19 became a pandemic by spreading rapidly, impacting all aspects of life in the United States.
On February 4, 2020, to the question: Will Ruth Ginsburg die this year?
YES with SPM 89.92 tag.
On September 18, 2020, Ruth Ginsburg died from complications of pancreatic cancer on September 18, 2020.
On March 15, 2022, to the question: Will the Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade?
YES with a SPM 66.97 tag.
The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June 2022 with the decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. This ruling ended the federal constitutional right to abortion, which had been established in the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.
On February 1, 2022, to the question: Will a second Russo-Ukrainian War happen?
YES with SPM 91.56 tag.
On February 24, 2022, the invasion of Ukraine by Russia marked a significant escalation of the existing conflict.
On November 15, 2023, to the question: Will higher earnings growth in 2024 exceed this year?
YES with SPM 87.87 tag.
Strong corporate Earnings growth in 2024 with higher than 2023: The $SPX S&P 500 experienced robust earnings growth in 2024, driven by strong margins and broad-based sector contributions, according to SPM tag.
LEMENTING FOUR DAY WORKWEEK
The effective date with be January 1, 2026, for certain federal employees,
and fully implemented a federal level by January 1, 2027.
Private and public companies and all entities with more than 25 employees
can enter the program, but mandatory compliance begins on January 1,
2027.
Note: A 40-hour, five-day work week is now standard for full-time jobs in
America, pursuant to the passage of the Fair Labor Standards Act in 1938
(FLSA).
FLSA requires federal sanctions to change the hours to 32.
TRUMP ISSUING AN EXECUTIVE ORDER AUTHORIZING A FOUR DAY
WORKWEEK HAS MERIT.
The question of a four-day workweek has intriguing potential not only on an
economic basis, but also on a social level. Advocates of a four-day workweek
are long and varied; individuals, organizations, and movements that believe
a shorter workweek, typically 32 to 38 hours in 4 days, would benefit both
employees and employers.
They argue it can improve work-life balance,
employee morale, productivity, and even reduce costs for businesses.
Pros
include
improved employee well-being, potential cost savings, and increased
productivity.
Cons include potential scheduling challenges, reduced customer
service availability, and the need for adjustments to work processes.
“Pros”
have the upper hand with hard data supported by research (while “cons”
failed to supply hard facts or studies). Indeed, studies have consistently
shown that people are more productive in those four days and this more than
makes up for what is lost by not working the fifth day.
Studies in countries like
Iceland,
New Zealand,
Spain,
and
Japan
have shown
that workers reported a significant increase (25% to 40%) in productivity
when transitioning to a four-day workweek.
A recent pilot program in the UK
involving 61 companies showed that 92% of those companies continued
testing the concept after the initial trial.
Academic reports published
by
highlights the results of trials showing that
reductions in working hours maintained or increased productivity and service
provision, while also improving workers' well-being and work-life balance.
A
study conducted by Boston College involving nearly 33 companies indicates
a high level of satisfaction among both employers and employees with the
four-day week, with companies noting improved productivity and growth in
revenue.
Moreover, research has also shown that reducing work hours to 35
hours a week can lead to fewer sick days among nurses, which reduces
employer costs.
These studies and reports collectively suggest that the four-day workweek
can be a viable and even beneficial approach to work arrangements, with the
potential to improve productivity, well-being, and work-life balance for
employees.
__________
RELIABILITY OF SPM TAGS
Social events accurately predicted underscores the reliability of the SPM tag:
On February 1, 2014, to the question: Will a Russo-Ukrainian
War begin this year?
YES with a SPM 81.87 tag.
On February 27, 2014, Russian soldiers with no insignia began to
invade the Ukrainian territory of Crimea and fully controlled the
peninsula by late March. At first, Russia denied the soldiers were theirs,
but Putin later admitted they were Russian special forces.
On March 25, 2016, to the question: Will Donald Trump win the
presidency
?
YES with a SPM 77.36 tag.
On
January 20, 2017
, Donald Trump became president of the United
States.
On February 4, 2020, to the question: Will
The COVID-19 virus
spread rapidly and impact all aspects of life in the United
States.
YES with a SPM 91.05 tag.
The COVID-19 became a pandemic by spreading rapidly, impacting all
aspects of life in the United States.
On February 4, 2020, to the question: Will Ruth Ginsburg die
this year?
YES with SPM 89.92 tag.
On September 18, 2020, Ruth Ginsburg died from complications of
pancreatic cancer on September 18, 2020.
On March 15, 2022, to the question: Will the Supreme Court
overturn Roe v. Wade?
YES with a SPM 66.97 tag.
The
Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade
in
June 2022
with the
decision in
Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.
This ruling
ended the federal constitutional right to abortion, which had been
established in the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.
On February 1, 2022, to the question: Will a second Russo-
Ukrainian War happen?
YES with SPM 91.56 tag.
February 24, 2022, invasion of Ukraine by Russia marked a significant
escalation of the existing conflict.
On November 15, 2023, to the question: Will higher earnings
growth in 2024 exceed this year?
YES with SPM 87.87 tag.
Strong corporate Earnings growth in 2024 with higher than 2023:
The
$SPX S&P 500 experienced robust earnings growth in 2024, driven by
strong margins and broad-based sector contributions, according to
SPM tag.
These selected predictions are merely presented to show the accuracy of
SPM tags on some of the “in-your face” events. Indeed, the success of SPM
tags to predict futures values and ideas has been documented by certified
performance records, historical data easily accessible on the internet, and
proofs supplies by
Northbridge
data files and other reliable sources
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