A number of versions of this idea have been proposed. There have also been a number of experiments with the idea, and at least one very rigorous study of the effects. I’ll get to some of that below.

As AI transforms the economy, some tech leaders push universal basic income. This piece argues Americans need opportunity, not government checks.

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