I do think it’s inconceivable for two reasons. 1) Such a system would require some kind of maintenance and administration, which costs money. If you have a con

I do think it’s inconceivable for two reasons. 1) Such a system would require some kind of maintenance and administration, which costs money. If you have a concrete example of a self-sustaining universal system that accomplishes this object, feel free to bring it forward. I can’t think of a single example of a social program or system that operates without administration at any kind of large scale. You can only argue it’s possible by being specific about how exactly it’s possible. Name one government program that still functions today and doesn’t receive any monetary support. 2) With AI and automation, we’re on track to eliminate the need for much of our human output. The ability to earn a steady income is already being challenged today (just look at how poorly gig workers are paid and treated), and will continue to get harder for those who lack the skills. A system which exists to provide universal services will create a dependent class, regardless of how they receive their benefit. Getting food or something else as opposed to cash doesn’t make them any less dependent. You’ve just changed the output of the service. Not to mention what a target such a system would be for privatization. It’s not like private interests are always looking out for the best outcome for the public either, just look at TurboTax capturing the tax return market.