A number of versions of this idea have been proposed. There have also been a number of experiments with the idea, and at least one very rigorous study of the effects. I’ll get to some of that below.

When asked if “Granting every American citizen over 21-years old a universal basic income of $13,000 a year — financed by eliminating all transfer programs (including Social Security, Medicare, ...

As AI transforms the economy, some tech leaders push universal basic income. This piece argues Americans need opportunity, not government checks.

Universal basic income (UBI) is gaining attention as a possible answer to AI-driven job loss, though experts disagree on the extent of AI's effects on the job market. Guaranteed income pilots have ...

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Elon Musk recently posted a pronouncement on X: “Universal HIGH INCOME via checks issued by the Federal government is the best way to deal with unemployment caused by AI.” Andrew Yang cheered. Sam ...