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Iowa recently became the fourth Republican-led state to ban spending public money on basic income programs that do not have a work requirement. Dozens of cities and counties around the U.S. have been trying to tackle poverty by giving people no-strings cash aid, an idea that gained traction after the success of stimulus checks and other federal relief during the pandemic. But advocates say over the past year, a backlash fueled by a conservative think tank has gained steam.

Iowa is the latest Republican-led state to prohibit the use of public money for so-called guaranteed income. The final vote last […]

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In addition to Iowa, three other states — Arkansas, Idaho and South Dakota — have banned no-strings cash aid. Lawmakers in Wisconsin and Arizona did too, but Democratic governors vetoed those bills.

Some states that banned basic income don’t actually have such programs.All of this is part of a coordinated push, says Harish Patel, a vice president with the Economic Security Project, which advocates for guaranteed income. He says the backlash is spearheaded by the lobbying arm of a conservative think tank, the Foundation for Government Accountability.“They helicopter […]

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While the COVID-era stimulus payments were a lifeline to many Americans who found themselves laid off and facing widespread economic uncertainty, some economists have blamed the direct money for the country’s lingering inflation problems.

And while some states have taken the stimulus checks as a playbook on how to help residents in times of financial need, other states are looking to or have banned stimulus-type payments altogether.

Read more: 7% Interest Rate Savings Accounts Rebates and guaranteed income programs have been popping up across the country in the years following the federal government’s stimulus package, which saw three rounds […]

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Not sure if you’re following this, but many places around this country fight poverty by giving people cash. It’s not just an idea – people are trying it, and now some states are joining a push against the idea. NPR’s Jennifer Ludden reports.

JENNIFER LUDDEN, BYLINE: Iowa is the latest state to prohibit guaranteed income. During a heated debate last month, Senator Brad Zaun slammed the idea of giving people money without requiring them to work.(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING)BRAD ZAUN: Where before, neighbors and churches and nonprofits really stepped up and helped out people, where now, it’s becoming […]

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Iowa recently became the fourth Republican-led state to ban spending public money on basic income programs that do not have a work requirement. Dozens of cities and counties around the U.S. have been trying to tackle poverty by giving people no-strings cash aid, an idea that gained traction after the success of stimulus checks and other federal relief during the pandemic. But advocates say over the past year, a backlash fueled by a conservative think tank has gained steam.

Iowa is the latest Republican-led state to prohibit the use of public money for so-called guaranteed income. The final vote last […]

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Universal Basic Income (UBI) has been a topic of discussion recently in Canada. The concept of UBI involves providing a regular, unconditional payment to all citizens, with the aim of addressing poverty, reducing income inequality, and providing a safety net in times of economic uncertainty. This article explores the pros and cons of implementing a UBI in Canada, considering the potential impact on its citizens and the broader economy.

Pros of Universal Basic Income for Canadians

Poverty Alleviation : One of the primary advantages of UBI is its potential to alleviate poverty. With a guaranteed income, individuals and […]

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Iowa recently became the fourth Republican-led state to ban spending public money on basic income programs that don’t have a work requirement. Image: olando_o/Getty Images

Dozens of cities and counties across the U.S. have tried to tackle poverty by giving people no-strings-attached financial assistance, an idea that gained traction after the success of stimulus checks and other federal aid during the pandemic. But advocates say a backlash fueled by a conservative think tank has gained momentum in the past year.

Iowa is the latest Republican-led state to ban the use of public money for so-called guaranteed income. The final vote last […]

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Iowa recently became the fourth Republican-led state to ban spending public money on basic income programs that do not have a work requirement. Dozens of cities and counties around the U.S. have been trying to tackle poverty by giving people no-strings cash aid, an idea that gained traction after the success of stimulus checks and other federal relief during the pandemic. But advocates say over the past year, a backlash fueled by a conservative think tank has gained steam.

Iowa is the latest Republican-led state to prohibit the use of public money for so-called guaranteed income. The final vote last […]

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