Do Income Programs Work?

The video discusses guaranteed income programs, focusing on the Stockton Economic Empowerment Demonstration (SEED) in California. It compares guaranteed income with universal basic income, highlighting differences in target groups and conditions. The impact on recipients, including increased employment and spending patterns, is analyzed. Criticisms regarding work incentives and funding challenges are addressed. The video concludes with discussions on the sustainability and future of such programs, emphasizing the need for longer-term support and potential funding sources.

What was the purpose of the Stockton Economic Empowerment Demonstration program?

How did the recipients of the guaranteed income program in Stockton use their payments?

What concerns do critics have regarding guaranteed income programs?

What were the employment statistics for recipients of the Stockton program one year after its initiation?

What are some potential funding sources for guaranteed income programs mentioned in the text?