Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer cover image

Why don't we fight poverty by just giving people money? (with Paul Niehaus)

Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer

CHAPTER

Alleviating Poverty with Direct Cash Transfers

This chapter explores the potential impact of giving people money to alleviate poverty and how it can contribute to economic development in communities. It discusses the parallels between increased wages and direct cash payments, the long-term generational effects of direct cash transfers, and the importance of investing in healthcare and education for economic growth.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner