Ask Chuck: Universal basic income explained

Ask Chuck: Universal basic income explained

Dear Chuck,

Can you explain the concept of Universal Basic Income? It seems more like a Robin Hood plan than good economics.

Concerned Taxpayer Dear Concerned Taxpayer, (Courtesy of Christian Economic Forum) Universal Basic Income (UBI), known by many other names, is defined by its most ardent supporters like this: “It is a regular income paid to everyone without any conditions. Everyone would automatically receive a regular income paid into their bank accounts.”Regular income. Everyone. No conditions. There is no need to work, meet qualifying standards, or experience scrutiny to get paid. Everyone would qualify for universal […]

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