In this week’s roundup, the author discusses disappointing results from a basic income experiment, revealing that 2% of participants stopped working when given $1000 a month. This raises concerns about the cost and feasibility of a larger Universal Basic Income (UBI) program. Surprisingly, some left-leaning individuals argue that paying people to take leisure time is the goal of UBI, highlighting a shift in attitudes towards work. The post explores factors contributing to this change, such as job dissatisfaction and a preference for leisure. The author ultimately advocates for policies that value human labor and caution against extreme views on work and employment.
https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/yes-we-still-have-to-work