Mark Zuckerberg Calls for Universal Basic Income in His Harvard Commencement Speech (fortune.com)

Posted by msmash on Friday May 26, 2017 @02:00AM from the more-signals dept.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has become the latest major tech figure to call for universal basic income as a solution for inequality, joining a growing chorus from Silicon Valley. From a report: "Every generation expands its definition of equality. Now it's time for our generation to define a new social contract," Zuckerberg said during his commencement speech at Harvard University. "We should have a society that measures progress not by economic metrics like GDP but by how many of us have a role we find meaningful. We should explore ideas like universal basic income to give everyone a cushion to try new things," he said. Zuckerberg told the class of 2017 that he was able to pursue his passion in Facebook because he knew he had a safety net to fall back on.

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Re: Who will pay for it? by Anonymous Coward · 2017-05-26 02:17 · Score: 0, Troll

I am an entrepreneur and do millions of dollars worth of sales each year. As a sole proprietor, I am worth millions of dollars each year. While I don't mind paying taxes for the infrastructure I use for my business, I shouldn't have to give up my hard earned money so others can avoid working. You leftists are completely irrational. Why should I have to pay taxes on money I've earned with hard work so others don't have to work? Please do tell.
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