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Matthew28

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6. We need a minimum basic income

Reply to highplainsdem (Original post)

Mon Apr 20, 2026, 09:58 PM

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We could use a.i and robotics to provide the goods and give everyone the minimum food, clothing, and resources to live their lives....

A.i opens doors. It doesn't have to be bad for humans.

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