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Utopia for Realists
The Case for a Universal Basic Income, Open Borders, and a 15-hour Workweek
Book • 2017
In *Utopia for Realists*, Rutger Bregman argues that visionary ideas, often considered utopian, can be implemented to create a more equitable and productive society.
He advocates for a universal basic income, a shorter workweek of 15 hours, and open borders.
Bregman supports these ideas with historical examples, such as Richard Nixon's proposed basic income and the successful Mincome project in Canada, as well as current data and academic studies.
The book challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to dream big and strive for a better future.
He advocates for a universal basic income, a shorter workweek of 15 hours, and open borders.
Bregman supports these ideas with historical examples, such as Richard Nixon's proposed basic income and the successful Mincome project in Canada, as well as current data and academic studies.
The book challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to dream big and strive for a better future.
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Ryan Holiday


Rutger Bregman

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You’re Not Wasting Time, You’re Wasting Your Life | Rutger Bregman (PT. 2)
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as the author of several books arguing that the world is better than we think and that positive change is possible.


David Marchese

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'The Interview': Rutger Bregman Wants to Save Elites From Their Wasted Lives
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, referencing a story about a banker strike in Ireland.


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You’re Not Wasting Time, You’re Wasting Your Life | Rutger Bregman (PT. 1)
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as one of 

's books.


Sam Harris


Rutger Bregman

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#412 — Better Things & Better People
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as one of 

's books, where he advocates for universal basic income.


Scott Galloway


Rutger Bregman

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Conversation with Rutger Bregman — Human Nature, Power Dynamics, and UBI
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as Rutger's first book, which sparked controversy at Davos with its tax-related arguments.


Rufus Griscom

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MORAL AMBITION: Are You Wasting Your Talent?
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as one of 

's books, alongside Moral Ambition.


Sam Harris


Rutger Bregman

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#412 - Better Things & Better People
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in relation to crime statistics and immigration.

Jack Symes

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#2193 - Jack Symes
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as his book discussing utopian ideas and their potential for reality.


Rutger Bregman

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Ep. 309: David talks with Rutger Bregman
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in the context of UBI and societal progress.


Andrew Yang


Rutger Bregman

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Moral Ambition: Stop Wasting Your Talent & Start Making a Difference
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Rutger Bregman

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RUTGER BREGMAN: the pursuit of moral ambition
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as his favorite book, describing it as an effort to imagine a better future.


Ezra Klein

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Are humans fundamentally good? (with Rutger Bregman)
Mentioned by Speaker 2 as the author's first book.

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Are you morally ambitious? With Rutger Bregman (Part One)
The guest, 

, was invited to Davos in 2019 to talk about how we can eradicate poverty and abolish old borders.


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How to Be an Effective Idealist (Rutger Bregman)
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as one of the books by Rutger Bregman he read and enjoyed.


Steve D

Best UK Earnings Report This Year?
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and his work.


Rutger Bregman

Are you morally ambitious enough? (with Rutger Bregman)
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as a book about the importance of utopian thinking and concepts of human nature.


Ezra Klein

Rutger Bregman’s utopias, and mine
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as one of the author's previous books, arguing that the world is better than we think.


David Marchese

Rutger Bregman Wants to Save Elites From Their Wasted Lives
Mentioned by 

as one of 

's books, alongside Moral Ambition.


Sam Harris


Rutger Bregman

#412 - Better Things & Better People
Mentioned by Helen Lewis as the book she is holding and discussing with 

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Rutger Bregman

Viral Sensation Rutger Bregman On How Utopian Ideas Can Become Reality