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Stardust Mirror

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Fri Nov 15, 2024, 02:08 PM Nov 15

possible societal benefits from Universal Basic Income: [View all]

people wouldn't murder to get money
people wouldn't steal to feed themselves and their families
since money would not be the measure of self worth, like it is to so many in our society now, other character traits would become measures of self worth, maybe even positive character traits like empathy, helpfulness, expertise, skills, honesty, etc

people maybe would have choices of where to work not restricted to working for abusive narcissists in dictatorial settings.

I bet you could think of more likely benefits.
I know I'm probably wrong about some things and I welcome learning about them.

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see below thatdemguy Nov 15 #1
good points Stardust Mirror Nov 15 #2
There are no benefits. It's a trap laid by billionaires. harumph Nov 15 #3
We're going to need something as automation continues ck4829 Nov 15 #4
More argumentation for Universal Basic Income. . . Stargleamer Nov 15 #5
nah, man John Shaft Nov 15 #6
if money equals personal worth.. Stardust Mirror Nov 15 #7
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