What if you got $1,000 a month, just for being alive? I decided to find out.

12/2/2016

In this first-person article, the author explores the concept of universal basic income (UBI) and the potential of crowdfunding as a means of implementing it. The author discusses the idea of UBI, which involves providing every individual with a regular income regardless of their employment status. They highlight the potential benefits of UBI in addressing poverty and income inequality. The author then explores the concept of crowdfunding as a possible method of financing a UBI program, with individuals collectively contributing towards the fund. They discuss the feasibility and potential challenges of implementing such a system. Overall, the article presents an interesting perspective on the concept of UBI and its potential implementation through crowdfunding.

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