The Senate is studying a bill that would introduce a framework for a policy that would guarantee access to a livable income to everyone over 17.
  • superguy@lemm.eeEnglish
    6·
    1 year ago

    People already arguing for UBI specifically mention how taxes are already paying for them, through welfare systems.

    Their argument is that it’s actually cheaper to pay people a lump sum than to go through traditional welfare services.

    • lesinge@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      11·
      1 year ago

      True, which is why this framework is doomed for failure:

      “…participation in education, training or the labour market” is not required to receive UBI, and that funding for other social services are not cut.”

      Other services must be cut to finance this. Pretending otherwise provides ammo to the nay-sayers.