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Political and Societal Perspectives: Andrew Yang and Universal Basic Income
Sitting behind Hinton was Andrew Yang, who famously championed the idea of a "Freedom Dividend"—a form of unconditional Universal Basic Income (UBI). His advocacy centered on the belief that poverty diminishes human potential, affecting IQ, inducing stress, and diverting individuals from proactive pursuits. Yang's approach—to provide $1,000 monthly, no strings attached—draws from the concept that unconditional love and resources are fundamental for thriving societies.