Josh interviews Elliot Gaiser to build a well rounded perspective on means-tested welfare for the February 2020 PF resolution, "The United States should replace means-tested welfare programs with a universal basic income." They discuss the foundations of welfare, the effectiveness of current programs, and the feasibility of a universal basic income. Elliot debated for the NCFCA and an Ohio-specific debate league in high school, as well as being a Hale Scholar on the Hillsdale College debate team. Since Hillsdale, Elliot has spent time in the think-tank world and has now embarked on a career as a lawyer. Let us know what you think of this conversation!

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