Dr. Terrence R. Blackman PhD By Terrence Richard Blackman, Ph.D.
The recent Guyana Time article dismissing the idea of Universal Basic Income (UBI) as “something for nothing” reflects a simplistic and shortsighted view of a complex and potentially transformative policy proposal. UBI is more than just a cash handout; it is a strategic response to the structural inequalities exacerbated by the rapid economic changes Guyana is experiencing with its burgeoning oil wealth. The debate over UBI is not about political posturing or reckless spending but about envisioning a future where all Guyanese citizens can benefit equitably from the nation’s […]
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