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Reddit discussion questions feasibility of Universal Basic Income

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A Reddit discussion questions the feasibility of Universal Basic Income (UBI), arguing that current economic models do not support its implementation. The post posits that UBI would be a zero-sum game, as producers would essentially exchange goods for money they provided, without generating profit. Furthermore, it highlights the immense financial requirements for UBI, suggesting that existing wealth is insufficient to fund it, and questions the likelihood of wealth being taxed to support such a program given political lobbying. The author concludes that UBI is unlikely to materialize, especially considering the current inability to assist millions of unemployed and impoverished individuals. AI

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Reddit discussion questions feasibility of Universal Basic Income

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  1. r/singularity TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/Amphibious333 ·

    How exactly will UBI happen?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>UBI is always touted as imminent, but no one actually explains how it will happen?</p> <p>So, how will it happen?</p> <p>Why would someone produce something and then give you money to buy the thing? If someone owns a factory that manufactures stu…

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