UBI: What’s the Alternative?
As expected, the UBI post generated a lot of feedback. I have appended a handful of the emails I received below (without identity). I agree with naysayers the UBI solution is far from perfect, but I continue to respond with, “What is your alternative?” There is a high probability millions of jobs will be eliminated, […]
Will UBI Follow The Pandemic?
From everything I have read, the looming recession, which some experts are calling a possible recession within a recession, is likely to permanently eliminate millions of jobs. Some economists see visions of 2008 and a long recovery to get lower-income workers back on their feet. If we are lucky, and a well-designed stimulus package emerges, […]
Video Chats and a Virtual Playhouse
Social distancing has pushed us apart. At the same time, it has pushed many of us online. Children are learning online. Old and young are streaming video entertainment. Millions are at their job virtually. They are communicating and collaborating with colleagues and customers. Doctors are seeing their patients via Telehealth portals. When we get to […]
Startup Investments Update
This is an update to the Startup Investments story from last week. I find the concept of Crowdfunding very interesting. Until now, it was often difficult for a startup company to get the funding it needed to carry out its idea and create a successful business. Angel investors who could each invest $100,000 or more […]
Meet the Author at The Boiler Room
It’s time for another book party! There will be a “Meet the Author” event on Thursday, August 29 at 5 PM in The Boiler Room at the Hawley Silk Mill. The theme will be the name of my book Series, “Its All About Attitude”. As you know from reading this blog, I believe many large […]