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Universal Basic Income UBI Mugs

Universal Basic Income UBI Mugs

“The solution to poverty is to abolish it directly by a now widely discussed measure:

the guaranteed income."

Dr Martin Luther King Jr. What is a Universal Basic Income? A Basic Income is a periodic cash payment unconditionally delivered to all on an individual basis, without means test or work requirement.Sometimes called Universal Basic Income, a Citizen’s Income, or a Citizen’s Basic Income, it is not the same as a Minimum Income Guarantee; A Basic Income does not reduce as one earns more.Because someone’s Basic Income would never be taken away, it would provide a secure financial platform to […]

Stress Less: Empowering Black Women and Communities of Color Utilizing Guaranteed Income Programs

Stress Less: Empowering Black Women and Communities of Color Utilizing Guaranteed Income Programs

ByDr. Kim Tabari, ERI External Affairs Director September 6, 2024

Stress is a universal experience, touching every aspect of our lives. Whether it’s the daily pressures of parenting, the unique challenges faced by mothers, or the pervasive tensions experienced by Black and other people of color, the impact of stress is profound and far-reaching. As a society, we find ourselves overworked, overwrought, and racially divided. As a Black mother with limited resources living in California, where costs are as high as $1200 a month for childcare, I journeyed through an arduous and stressful search to find the right daycare for […]

Cash alone proves inadequate to solve the problems of the poor

Cash alone proves inadequate to solve the problems of the poor

Anti-UBI r/BasicIncome – Cash alone proves inadequate to solve the problems of the poor Paywalled. Maybe cash will solve the problem of nobody reading this stupid WaPo article.

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• 11h ago Maybe with some kind of monthly guaranteed income everyone who wants can pay to read this kind of articles HehaGardenHoe • 11h ago Then place rent controls, build more houses, and have medicare for all… And if that doesn’t work, then you must have not linked payment amount to an inflation formula, or started with too small of an amount.And if that doesn’t work, than there’s some […]

$500 Stimulus check what you need to know about the payments you could receive next week

$500 Stimulus check what you need to know about the payments you could receive next week

Key Details on Upcoming Stimulus Payments If you reside in one of the mentioned states, there’s a possibility you might be on the list to receive a $500 stimulus check in the upcoming week . This new program, backed by both federal and state governments, aims to alleviate the financial strain that many families continue to experience in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The IRS oversees this initiative, which falls under a broader set of measures known as Economic Impact Payments . These measures primarily target individuals and families with low to moderate incomes who have been hit […]

New Orleans’ guaranteed income pilot helped teens’ economic wellbeing, employment chances

New Orleans' guaranteed income pilot helped teens' economic wellbeing, employment chances

Students at the Rooted School in Indianapolis show off the debit cards they received as part of the guaranteed income research program being conducted. New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s guaranteed income pilot program is baring some positive fruit according to a new study by the Center for Guaranteed Income Research that shows the program has significantly improved participants’ well-being, employment prospects and financial stability.

Under the New Orleans Guaranteed Income Program, youth between 16-24 years old have been provided with $350 a month and help connecting with education and employment opportunities. The pilot was conducted as part of a broader […]

Right-Wing Think Tank Pushes States to Ban Guaranteed Income Programs

Right-Wing Think Tank Pushes States to Ban Guaranteed Income Programs

The Arkansas State Capitol in Little Rock. In 2023, Arkansas became the first state to implement a ban on universal basic income programs. Photo: Philip Gould. A right-wing think tank is using its influence with Republican lawmakers to prohibit guaranteed income programs that provide no-strings cash to people with very low incomes, despite the broad popularity of such programs as a poverty reduction strategy. This advocacy is leading to conflicts between more progressive localities seeking to implement these programs and the GOP-dominated state legislatures that oppose them.

Just this year, bills to prohibit counties and cities from operating guaranteed income […]

Celebrating Social Security while looking toward the future

Celebrating Social Security while looking toward the future

(Getty Images) This past August marked the 89th anniversary of Social Security and it’s a good time to reflect on its profound impact on American society since its creation in 1935. Signed into law during the Great Depression, Social Security emerged as a foundation of hope and stability for millions of Americans facing economic uncertainty. Today, over 65 million Americans receive the money they’ve earned over a lifetime of hard work. Economic security

Social Security was born out of a commitment to provide a measure of income security for citizens who, through no fault of their own, found themselves […]

Maurice Bailey, President of Wealthy Way Financial, Interviewed on the Influential Entrepreneur Podcast, Discussing Guaranteed Income

Maurice Bailey, President of Wealthy Way Financial, Interviewed on the Influential Entrepreneur Podcast, Discussing Guaranteed Income

Press release from: Getnews

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Maurice Bailey discusses guaranteed incomeListen to the interview on the Business Innovators Radio Network: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-maurice-bailey-president-of-wealthy-way-financial-discussing-guaranteed-income/Maurice Bailey, President of Wealthy Way Financial, talks the importance of guaranteed income. Maurice shares his journey into financial services, driven by a desire to help families secure their financial future after witnessing the impact of lacking life insurance. He emphasizes the importance of planning for retirement and helping clients achieve financial security.The discussion on guaranteed income emphasized its crucial role in providing security and peace […]

Testimony on Harris County’s Guaranteed Income Program in the Senate Committee on Local Government

Testimony on Harris County’s Guaranteed Income Program in the Senate Committee on Local Government

Read this testimony as a PDF here. Unlocking the Potential of Guaranteed Income for Every Texan

Every Texan deserves the opportunity to thrive and ensure a bright future for themselves and their families.

In recent years, guaranteed income (GI) programs have been invaluable for many families. These piloted and means-targeted programs have enabled individuals to afford groceries, ease housing costs, cover medical expenses, and better care for their families. The immediate, tangible benefits of guaranteed income have garnered strong support nationwide.Guaranteed income has deep U.S. roots, gaining traction in the 1960s through civil rights leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King […]

Here Are the Workers Who Are Exempt From Paying Social Security Payroll Taxes

Here Are the Workers Who Are Exempt From Paying Social Security Payroll Taxes

You can’t overstate how important Social Security’s financial safety is for millions of American retirees. Having that guaranteed income in retirement brings stability and peace of mind to many, making Social Security one of the country’s more important social programs.

With all the good Social Security does for Americans, this money doesn’t just come out of thin air. It’s a byproduct of millions of people paying Social Security payroll taxes throughout their careers. Not everyone has to pay these taxes, however; some workers are exempt.

Let’s see who fits into that category and what it could mean for their retirement planning. […]