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Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast
What Happens When Americans Get $1,000 a Month Unconditional Cash Transfers? with Elizabeth Rhodes and David Broockman
Dec 24, 2024
Elizabeth Rhodes, research director for the Unconditional Cash Study, and David Broockman, political science professor at UC Berkeley, delve into the intriguing outcomes of $1,000 monthly unconditional cash transfers. They reveal how these transfers impacted political views without shifting leanings and discuss surprising findings about work attitudes. The guests explore the dual nature of financial support on economic stability while addressing societal perceptions of self-sufficiency. They challenge stereotypes around welfare use, highlighting broader implications for social participation and well-being.
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- The study revealed that unconditional cash transfers of $1,000 per month positively impacted participants' lives but did not significantly change political engagement or beliefs.
- Participants expressed skepticism about government assistance programs, citing complicated eligibility criteria, which highlights the need for more streamlined welfare systems.
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