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Should There be a Universal Basic Income (UBI)?

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Wealthy countries should provide citizens with a universal basic income (UBI).

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  • A UBI reduces crime.

  • A UBI is more efficient than traditional welfare programs.

  • A UBI would improve the lives of many people.

  • A UBI is an effective tool for societies to prepare for and embrace future developments and technological progress.

  • A UBI has negative effects on the national economy.

  • A UBI erodes the personal and societal incentives for financial responsibility, self-improvement, and hard work.

  • There are alternative policies that are superior to a UBI.

  • Providing a UBI creates harmful political consequences.

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