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Universal Basic Income: Not in our lifetime

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   Universal Basic Income: A Revolutionary Pipe Dream Universal Basic Income: A Revolutionary Step Towards Human Rights Pipe Dream Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of human rights, one concept has recently taken center stage: Universal Basic Income (UBI). The idea of providing every citizen with a guaranteed income, irrespective of their employment status or wealth, is not just an economic proposition, but a radical reimagining of our societal contract. This article explores UBI as a human right, and how its implementation could provoke thought, challenge norms, and redefine our understanding of equality and freedom. Universal Basic Income: A Primer Universal Basic Income (UBI) is a government program where every citizen receives a set amount of money on a regular basis. The key principle is universality: everyone gets it, rich or poor, employed or unemployed. The goal is to provide a basic safety net, ensuring everyone can meet their fundamental need...

The Intersection of Student Loans, Mental Health, and Bankruptcy (#6 of 40)

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TL;DR 1.        It is extremely difficult to get rid of student loads because they are subject to a special test called the  "undue hardship" standard. a.        (con) the standard is vague and subjective  b.        Proving it can be expensive 2.          If you have a mental illness that prevents y ou from working/paying off student loans (or even just think you might)          start looking up the symptoms for " Bipolar Disorder."    As of now, you’re an acto r.           You then MUST find a doctor willing to sign off, saying specifically that you are unable to work because of your illness. If you are hesitant, scared, or think that you might fuck this up -- reach out to me and I can help  you. a.        provide documentation proving your illness...