A Dutch city is giving money away to test the basic income theory

Re:A Dutch city is giving money away to test the basic incom... by s73v3r on Thursday July 02, 2015 @03:07PM (#9820932)

Because right now, people are forced to work in order to survive. Meaning they have to take the shitty jobs for shitty pay because that's what they can get. If you remove the forced to work part, then they can be more selective.

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Re:A Dutch city is giving money away to test the basic incom... by fwn on Friday July 03, 2015 @08:29AM (#9825098)

Being force to work is not the same as the need to work to fulfill personal needs and goals.

That is one key difference between slaves and early farmers.

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Re:A Dutch city is giving money away to test the basic incom... by s73v3r on Monday July 06, 2015 @04:07PM (#9841848)

Perhaps. However, currently, people are forced to work. You need a job in order to pay for a roof over your head and food in your stomach.

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Re:A Dutch city is giving money away to test the basic incom... by fwn on Tuesday July 07, 2015 @11:20AM (#9845979)

This "force" to work is even stronger if you aim for a Helicopter. Helicopters are so expensive, they force you really hard.

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Re:A Dutch city is giving money away to test the basic incom... by s73v3r on Tuesday July 07, 2015 @11:53AM (#9846193)

I'm talking about the basic necessities of life. Whether you choose to admit it or not, one is forced to have a job in order to provide basic shelter, clothing, and food for ones self and family.

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Re:A Dutch city is giving money away to test the basic incom... by fwn on Tuesday July 07, 2015 @01:35PM (#9846856)

I know what you are talking about, but: The term "force" is utterly missplaced in this scenario. ..also: Most in the civilized world have broad welfare benefits for those who decide not to work.

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