Economy No Longer Requires Universal Ambition

Many people are not driven primarily by money, and universal basic income would not eliminate ambition among those already driven.
The economy no longer needs everyone to be ambitious, unlike 100 years ago when factory work required widespread ambition.
Now, the economy requires fewer ambitious individuals and allows others to pursue their interests, which can lead to the discovery of new marketable goods and services.

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