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We should just give everyone $100k a month so we can all be rich. If you think that is a stupid idea then what is the threshold with a lower amount that this b
by machinehermit 6y ago
We should just give everyone $100k a month so we can all be rich.
If you think that is a stupid idea then what is the threshold with a lower amount that this becomes a smart idea?
What evidence is there that whatever threshold you come up with is less stupid than my $100k a month?
- SuoDuanDao 6y agoWhen basic survival needs can be met by the lower amount, but any discretionary spending requires participating in the economy. We already meet people's basic survival needs because it's cheaper to feed your neighbor than make it impossible for him to raid your fridge. Not taking that basic gift away if your neighbor becomes self-reliant is just removing a disincentive to becoming self-reliant.
- spugody 6y agoWe (Europe) already do give people a certain amount per month. We give them healthcare, pensions and various other tax breaks depending on needs. It is all very complicated. The idea is to replace the complication with a simpler UBI in as close to a cost neutral manner as possible.
- koonsolo 6y agoUBI is basic income. What you describe will not bring working people basic housing and basic food. Pensions and unemployment incomes are only a small part of population, you will need to pay everyone. Taking money from healthcare and putting it in my pocket so I have to pay for it myself doesn't bring me much income you know.
- spugody 6y agoYes, it is clear that universal basic income means everyone gets it. If my post wasn't clear, it should be now. Thanks.