What happens if there is a basic income in the Netherlands? Inequality would decrease, but poverty and taxes would increase significantly.
"It’s just a logical step in human liberation." In a double interview with dS Weekblad with philosopher Philippe from Paris, economist Ive Marx was impressed a year ago by the ethical case behind the basic income. A steady income that gives each citizen more freedom: the emancipatory promise sounds tempting.
But is it possible in practice? Marx, together with colleagues from the University of Antwerp and with Dutch funds, was looking for our northern neighbors. The team simulated the introduction […]
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