RE: What would I do if everyone had a basic income? My own answer to the BIG question.

[modernzorker]

I'm going to point you to Scott's basic income FAQ. It addresses your concern, and likely many others you may not even realize you have, far better than I can.

http://www.scottsantens.com/basic-income-faq

Specifically, I think this entry may be a good place to start:

http://www.scottsantens.com/wouldn-t-a-basic-income-just-be-stealing-from-those-who-earned-their-money