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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 benefit those who otherwise struggle to finance themselves to work towards a greater goal like environmental or social activism.
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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