So, this is anecdotal of course, but my high school was a terrible experience and university was incredible. Why? I think it was because the people who didn't want to be there didn't have to be. That's one benefit of UBI.
As for the jobs people won't do, those jobs will be higher valued and eventually, when the price is right, people will do them.
The angry people who don't want to work, who cheat the system won't have to (some still will, of course, but since everyone gets the same amount no matter what, there's less incentive and less frustration built into the system).
Finally, people who don't have the means to take risks will suddenly be able to. We will unlock their potential and the future will benefit as a result.
Tens of millions of people aren’t at university because they lack the privilege to be able to realistically attend too.
> The angry people who don't want to work, who cheat the system won't have to (some still will, of course, but since everyone gets the same amount no matter what, there's less incentive and less frustration built into the system).
No need to bring up points like this when the effect on the overall system is small. It’s a great way to continue to demonize poorer people and let the 1% or .1% off the hook.
As for the jobs people won't do, those jobs will be higher valued and eventually, when the price is right, people will do them.
The angry people who don't want to work, who cheat the system won't have to (some still will, of course, but since everyone gets the same amount no matter what, there's less incentive and less frustration built into the system).
Finally, people who don't have the means to take risks will suddenly be able to. We will unlock their potential and the future will benefit as a result.
I just think it's a great idea all around.