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In reply to the discussion: The Problem with Work Requirements [View all]Diamond_Dog
(36,857 posts)18. I couldn't agree with you more, Jerry2144.
Some of the universal basic income programs in other countries are interesting to consider, but Republicans would rather burn this country to the ground than give a needy person a basic income for nothing.
And, like you mentioned, affordable housing is just too high a hurdle unless you think outside the box with the small homes and then of course finding the political will to fund it.
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The problem with imposing work requirements is that doing so is baby steps to doing away with help
Autumn
May 2023
#6
How does 'get a job' jive with automation and robot armies and self-checkout?
lostnfound
May 2023
#8
another problem is that it disconnects those who need help the most from being able to get it
Jerry2144
May 2023
#13
Also, Diaper Banks are crucial for young parents. And period products for women who are still
CTyankee
May 2023
#49
The cost of monitoring those 49 - 55 year olds will probably cost more than any savings
Vinca
May 2023
#19
Are the work requirements going to be a taxpayer subsidy of companies which don't pay a living wage?
Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin
May 2023
#37