Die Linke Rejects Universal Basic Income at Party Conference, Sparking Controversy and Debate

Die Linke Rejects Universal Basic Income at Party Conference, Sparking Controversy and Debate

The Left Party’s congress voted against including unconditional basic income in its program, despite previous member support, citing high costs and alternative proposals.

Anna Muller 20 October 2024Last Update : 7 hours ago www.zeit.de

On October 20, 2024, the Left Party’s federal congress voted against including the demand for a universal basic income in its party program. This decision follows years of internal debate about the concept, which proposes a government payment to citizens regardless of their financial situation. What does this mean for the future of social welfare in Germany ?Key Takeaways Left party rejects unconditional basic income proposal […]

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