Campaigners warn that autonomous weapons systems pose "grave threats" worldwide.

"We are not going to let bank CEOs ignore the deadly consequences of their actions."

"The reason that we proposed these requirements is that we know they work, and we are confident in our ability, legally, to make these happen across the country," the White House said in response.

"We're not willing to sell our souls for our future employees that are going to work side by side with us but not get the same pay or benefits."

"Once again, the wealthy and special interests are making a power grab for Kshama Sawant's seat because she has the guts to stand up for working people," Sen. Bernie Sanders recently said in support of the socialist council member.

"Amazon's high-tech sweatshop caused me to develop plantar fasciitis... I take what little time I have to run to the bathroom just to cry."