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[–] FatTony@lemmy.world -2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (3 children)

Well if UBI is indeed a safety net, than it's really just extended wellfare at that point. Seeing how wellfare is already a quite controversial topic. I do not see this going through political-wise. Unless there is an absolute massive wave of unemployment by the effects of automisation. Which could unify both ends of the political spectrum on this topic.

I am on your side. But I just don't see this realistically happening (right now).

[–] superguy@lemm.ee 4 points 2 years ago

People already arguing for UBI specifically mention how taxes are already paying for them, through welfare systems.

Their argument is that it's actually cheaper to pay people a lump sum than to go through traditional welfare services.