michael tubbs
A guaranteed income program gave $500 per month to 125 people in Stockton and found that their job prospects and mental health got better.
The mayors will distribute the money as no-strings-attached cash payments to hundreds of residents in their cities.
As the coronavirus pandemic shatters the economy, Stockton, California, Mayor Michael Tubbs has two words for the president: "Go big."
Stockton is making unconditional payments to 125 residents, and the first set of results is out.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Stockton is giving $500 a month to more than 100 residents as part of a universal basic income experiment.
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