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02/27/2018: The California city that’s going to give away free money
Feb 27, 2018

02/27/2018: The California city that’s going to give away free money

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(Markets Edition) Jay Powell is set to deliver his first report on the economy to Congress. We'll discuss some of his planned remarks, which include comments on a strong economy and the state of inflation. Afterwards, we'll talk about news that Comcast has made a $31 billion bid to buy Sky broadcasting group, and then look at how Stockton, California, is experimenting with Universal Basic Income by giving several dozen families $500  — no strings attached. 

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A California city is planning on giving money to some residents, no strings attached

Feb 27, 2018
The economically depressed city of Stockton, California is experimenting with Universal Basic Income.
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(Markets Edition) Jay Powell is set to deliver his first report on the economy to Congress. We’ll discuss some of his planned remarks, which include comments on a strong economy and the state of inflation. Afterwards, we’ll talk about news that Comcast has made a $31 billion bid to buy Sky broadcasting group, and then look at how Stockton, California, is experimenting with Universal Basic Income by giving several dozen families $500  — no strings attached.