The Case for Guaranteed Income Programs in the US / is on Nostr

The economic benefits of a strong safety net, the cost-effectiveness of Medicaid, the potential of cash transfer programs, the expansion of guaranteed income programs, and welfare spending

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2024-07-07 11:07:09

Chicago Implements Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot Program
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Chicago launches Guaranteed Basic Income pilot program, providing $500/month for 12 months to residents in need. The Chicago Empowerment Fund aims to address poverty and economic disparities, supported by the Department of Family and Support Services. Eligibility and application details to be announced. #BasicIncome #ChicagoEmpowermentFund #PovertyAlleviation...
#newstr #Chicago #GuaranteedBasicIncome #Poverty #EconomicDisparities #StimulusChecks
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2024-07-02 13:59:47

Advocating for Economic Guarantees and Multiracial Solidarity: A Conversation with Natalie Foster
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Advocating for economic guarantees and multiracial solidarity, Natalie Foster discusses the need for a guaranteed income and other social safety net programs in America. She challenges the myth that assistance makes people lazy and argues that it actually increases productivity and lifts people out of poverty. Foster emphasizes the importance of government guarantees for housing, healthcare, education, work, family care, inheritance, and a stable income. She also highlights the need to address income inequality and hold the private sector accountable. #EconomicGuarantees #SocialSafetyNet #GuaranteedIncome #MultiracialSolidarity...
#newstr #WageInsurance #JobDisruption #UnemploymentInsurance #TradeAdjustmentAssistanceProgram
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2024-06-24 12:59:36

The Case for Wage Insurance: Mitigating Job Disruption and Supporting Workers
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The US needs to strengthen its social safety net to support workers and mitigate job disruption. Wage insurance, guaranteed income programs, and cash transfers can help lift people out of poverty and stimulate economic growth. The government should invest in education and job training to ensure individuals have the skills needed for the changing economy. It's time to reformulate policies to create a productive middle class and guarantee economic security for all Americans. #WageInsurance #GuaranteedIncome #SocialSafetyNet #EconomicSecurity...
#newstr #WageInsurance #JobDisruption #UnemploymentInsurance #TradeAdjustmentAssistanceProgram
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2024-06-19 15:57:55

Reimagining Economic Possibilities After the Pandemic: Advocating for Government Guarantees of Economic Security
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Reimagining economic possibilities after the pandemic: Advocating for government guarantees of economic security. Strong safety nets, such as expanded unemployment benefits and cash transfer programs, have shown positive effects on economic growth and stability. Guaranteed income programs are expanding across the US, providing support to struggling households. A guaranteed income can increase job prospects, financial stability, and overall well-being. It's time to reformulate policies to lift families out of poverty and create a productive middle class. Natalie Foster's book, 'The Guarantee,' argues for government guarantees of economic security and highlights the need for ongoing advocacy and conversation about bold alternatives to the current economic system. #EconomicSecurity #GuaranteedIncome #SafetyNet #Recovery #PandemicRecovery...
#newstr #GovernmentGuarantees #EconomicSecurity #Pandemic #StudentDebt #ChildTaxCredit #AlaskaPermanentFund #DomesticWorkers #WhiteResistance
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2024-05-17 11:55:38

The Case for Guaranteed Income Programs in the US: A Step Towards Guaranteeing Human Rights
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The US needs guaranteed income programs to ensure human rights and address economic challenges. The pandemic showed that a strong safety net benefits the economy and lifts people out of poverty. Universal Basic Income experiments debunk the myth that assistance makes people lazy. Cash transfer programs stimulate the economy and support the poor. City-led guaranteed income programs are expanding, but face opposition from conservatives. The safety net fails low-income adults, and policy changes are needed. Natalie Foster discusses guaranteed income in her book, advocating for housing, healthcare, education, work, family care, inheritance, and stable income for all Americans. #GuaranteedIncome #HumanRights #EconomicJustice...
#newstr #GuaranteedIncome #HumanRights #EconomicSecurityProject #DemocraticParty #Neoliberalism
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2024-05-17 11:55:38

2024-05-08 22:58:23

The Case for Guaranteed Income Programs in the US
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The case for guaranteed income programs in the US: Strong safety nets benefit the economy by reducing poverty, increasing consumer spending, and promoting social mobility. Universal Basic Income experiments debunk the myth that assistance makes people lazy. Cash transfer programs stimulate the economy and support the poor. City-led guaranteed income programs fill gaps in the social safety net. Critics argue against them, but advocates highlight improved job prospects and better outcomes. It's time to reformulate policies to lift families out of poverty and create a productive middle class. #GuaranteedIncome #EconomicRecovery #SocialSafetyNet...
#newstr #GuaranteedIncome #EconomicSecurity #IncomeInequality #Book
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2024-05-08 22:58:23