Plan for guaranteed income debated by Chamber of Commerce
A Washington AP report notes a five hour discussion before about 215 business leaders on a guaranteed annual salary for all. Yale economist James Tobin estimated costs near 25 billion with potential savings in welfare and housing programs. Theobald argued long term costs are lower than current welfare, while Hazlitt condemned the idea as immoral. The discussion covered negative income tax concepts and possible legislative action.
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James Tobin
Yale University
Robert Theobald
Traffic Toll In Kansas Over Weekend Kills Eight
The Associated Press reports eight people died in Kansas traffic crashes over the weekend. Arthur S Jennings, 29, Wichita, died Sunday from injuries after being dragged by a car following an argument with another driver who had passed him.
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Beehives and phobias and taxicab whistles
Hal Boyle offers quick observations on oddities and habits. Bees react to alcohol on breath, rain lowers brain oxygen, and in Peru and Spain a taxi whistle is rude. The piece notes 217 phobias and a humorous definition kathisophobia, plus a quip on wealth.
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