The idea that everyone should be given a basic income to survive is gaining more attention – especially given one of the U.S. presidential candidates – Andrew Yang – is throwing his weight behind the cause. Universal Basic Income or UBI – is already being tested in a few places in the U.S.
CGTN’s Mark Niu reports. In February, Stockton, California randomly selected 125 families and began giving them a basic income of $500 per month for 18 months.
After the first five months, Stockton’s Mayor praised the preliminary results. He said it showed the basic income improved people’s lives. Participants […]
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