For progressives, a basic universal income is a mechanism for redistributing money. It’s based on the idea that everyone is entitled to an income, whether they’re willing to work for it or not.

Discover how Universal Basic Income (UBI) aims to reduce poverty and adapt to automation by providing regular, unconditional ...

While localized guaranteed basic income programs are tiny compared to a nationwide universal basic income, they are the subject of no less conservative opposition.

Over 50 cities and counties have piloted basic-income programs that give residents hundreds of dollars a month for housing and groceries.

New documentary explores impact of universal basic income programs Just a few years ago, the idea of giving people money with no strings attached was seen as ludicrous in mainstream policy circles ...

In Howard County, we are committed to building a future where all families can become self-sufficient and achieve economic mobility. We make historic investments in education at every stage of life, ...

Basic income programs are usually monetary payments to low-income families that give them a hand beyond the nation’s social safety net. There are a number of these pilot programs going on now ...

A Minneapolis guaranteed basic income program found that after a year of giving recipients $500 a month, they were more financially secure and didn't work less.

The program will provide $1,200 a month for two years, if approved. It is one of four guaranteed basic income initiatives being tested by Santa Clara County, most of which are in the planning phase.

The Affordable Care Act offers states another option besides Medicaid and the exchanges for health coverage for low-income residents.

The Affordable Care Act offers states another option besides Medicaid and the exchanges for health coverage for low-income residents.