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Program in Newark aims to dismantle structural poverty
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An economic experiment is launching in the state’s largest city.
Newark’s Guaranteed Income pilot program promises $6,000 a year, paid over two years, to 30 residents -- no strings attached. Recipients must be at least 18 years old with an income that’s 200% below the federal poverty threshold.
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Program in Newark aims to dismantle structural poverty
Clip: 5/11/2021 | 3m 57sVideo has Closed Captions
Newark’s Guaranteed Income pilot program promises $6,000 a year, paid over two years, to 30 residents -- no strings attached. Recipients must be at least 18 years old with an income that’s 200% below the federal poverty threshold.
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