Progressives push guaranteed income plan to woo working class

Progressives push guaranteed income plan to woo working class

The idea offers a window into how some progressives are attempting to deal with the aftermath of President-elect Trump’s victory over Hillary Clinton last month, and broaden the appeal of liberal policies to frustrated working class voters. (iStock Photo) A liberal coalition is pushing for the implementation of a basic salary for all Americans that would be funded by federal taxpayers.

The Economic Security Project, unveiled this week, said its proposal addresses the question of how to undo the rigged economic system in the U.S. and improve the well-being of everyone struggling to get by financially.

The project plans to invest […]

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