Handing out free money is a sweet vote-getter.
Millions of Americans enjoyed a taste of basic income during the coronavirus pandemic. The federal government, achieving bipartisan support at the time, handed out billions of dollars in “free money” for just sitting at home, and taxpayers are now stuck footing the bill for these reckless inflationary schemes. Because the cost of living is so high, vote-hungry politicians believe they could appeal to more of the electorate by proposing a guaranteed income program. But if the public thinks inflation is high now, wait until the government starts handing out piles of cash.
GOP Pans Basic Income
Several states and cities are considering introducing basic income initiatives. Years ago, Stockton, CA, launched a $500-a-month no-strings-attached scheme. Others are joining Stockton,…
