“If you want to change the world, then help those who want to help themselves.” – Bryce Ward 11/7/2020

What would I want to accomplish if I were to be elected the next President of the United States? There are so many different issues one could tackle in four years. However, for today I am going to share one topic I would venture as President. Overall my goal is to provide a solid foundation for future generations and give them flexible tools to overcome unforeseen obstacles.

Universal Basic Income

A UBI or Universal Basic Income is a monthly payment from the United States government to every legal citizen over 18. In the United States, groups like Andrew Yang’s movement have been putting forward the idea of $1,000 a month. For most, $1,000 a month would help keep many above the poverty line; however, some groups want a UBI that would support a middle-class lifestyle.

I favor a $1,000 monthly UBI because compared to other welfare programs, it appears to be a more flexible and cost-effective program. For example, there are programs to cover one’s needs for food, water, and shelter; however, they may only cover you if your income is below a specific point. Imagine your benefits cover you up to $1,000, and you earn $1,001. You could end up losing those benefits resulting in you having less money than when you started. Overall a UBI lets people use the money; however, they see fit rather than having an expert choose them.

Thank You!

Hey, thank you for reading this week’s post. With the 2020 Election coming to a close, I hope the next four years see a better future for everyone. If you enjoyed this week’s post, then let me know down in the comments what issue you would tackle if you were to become President.

Thank you again for your time and for reading this post!

Have a fantastic day!

Sincerely,

-Bryce Ward