Poverty isn't a lack of character; it's a lack of cash

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May 22, 2017 Today's TED Talk Poverty isn't a lack of character; it's a lack of cash 14:58 minutes · TED2017 "Ideas can and do change the world," says historian Rutger Bregman, sharing his case for a provocative one: guaranteed basic income. Learn more about the idea's 500-year history and a forgotten modern experiment where it actually worked -- and imagine how much energy and talent we would unleash if we got rid of poverty once and for all. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day When your beliefs are being challenged What do you do when your beliefs and understanding of the world have been challenged, unraveled or even destroyed? Take a deep breath and learn from TED's best on how to approach these moments with grace and fortitude. Watch » 6 talks · Total run time 1:10:15   Download the TED app

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