It’s Crazy on Many Levels, But Cook County Has Launched Its ‘Free Money’ UBI Program

“Eligibility is open to anybody 18 or older with a household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level – or about $58,000 for a family of three. About 36% of all Cook County residents will therefore be eligible, Preckwinkle says.”

https://www.zerohedge.com/personal-finance/its-crazy-many-levels-cook-county-has-launched-its-free-money-ubi-program

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Mark Skidmore is Professor of Economics at Michigan State University where he holds the Morris Chair in State and Local Government Finance and Policy. His research focuses on topics in public finance, regional economics, and the economics of natural disasters. Mark created the Lighthouse Economics website and blog to share economic research and information relevant for navigating tumultuous times.

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