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by tomp 4478 days ago
I didn't meant they would waste money, I implied that cost-of-living is minimally about $10 000 a year, so after one year, they're poor again.
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That depends on how the money is used. If it is just consumed, then sure, but if it's invested then it can be a renewable source of income. For instance, what if that money makes the difference in buying a car to commute to a better job that couldn't be obtained without the car? Or farm equipment that increases productivity? Or training to get a better job?