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The number was just an example. My point was that even if we provide a basic income that covers all basic needs, you'd still get a much better life by working. Housing, food and healthcare is already provided for everyone in many countries, even to people that refuse to work. The only difference between that an a basic income is some bureaucracy. Some people do choose to become NEET, but it's a very small minority, as that kind of life is not very satisfying in the long term.


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