I'm supportive of basic income, but slightly apprehensive of side effects. I think it would have to be rolled-in gradually so as not to shock the economic system.

Some other potential pros not mentioned in the article: - lowers barriers to entrepreneurship - allows parents to stay home and take care of young children - lowers barriers for re-education - could reduce costs of social services (through elimination of complex programs)

Side effects I'm curious about: - how will BI impact minimum wage? - how will BI impact entry level jobs? - how will BI impact cost of basic goods?

Also, the 'poverty line' should actually be location dependent because of the difference in food and rent costs in different places. Should BI be location dependent too?