Economics
The Debate over Universal Basic Income: Pros and Cons
Quick fact
Finland’s two-year UBI experiment (2017-2018) showed that unemployed recipients were no more likely to find jobs, but they reported significantly better well-being and life satisfaction.
Why this is interesting
Imagine if the government just sent you money every month, no strings attached. Would you still work? That’s the question at the heart of one of the most heated policy debates today.