Rutger Bregman

I strongly believe that basic income is a better solution than a basic job-guarantee. It provides financial security and freedom, allowing people to pursue their passions and contribute to society in diverse and meaningful ways. A basic income empowers individuals to take control of their lives without the constraints and inefficiencies of mandatory job programs.

I believe that a greater focus on wealth creation can indeed support leftist agendas if it's done with a clear emphasis on redistribution, and ensuring that wealth benefits all of society equitably. It's not wealth creation itself that's the problem, it's when the mechanisms of wealth accumulation exacerbate inequality. Progressive taxation, basic income, and other redistributive policies must accompany our efforts to grow wealth to strengthen the social fabric and provide everyone with a foundation to thrive.