Don't we already have a world where machines are the ones producing our needs? There's that Discovery Channel series called "How it's Made" where you see it's practically all robots. Do you agree?

> and without it, the advances you speak of will be used to funnel more wealth to the top.

All the technologies for mass production so far has indeed funneled to the top huh? And this I believe has also slowed down advancement in technology (unless it's something that is very profitable).

> split productivity gains with labor and capital

You'll be called Socialist. Giving what the laborers deserve is Socialism. "Share the means of production!"

However, the fact that Bernie had a following is a good indicator. There's also Corbin whom is pushing for a 'right to own' policy.