Explore the concept of basic income in this 16-minute conference talk featuring Scott Santens and Jack Smith IV at Collision Conference. Delve into the pros and cons of implementing a basic income system, examining cost savings, early experiments, and the direct impact of cash transfers. Analyze the common misconception that welfare leads to laziness and learn how to build a political case for basic income. Gain insights from this primer on the topic, which covers key aspects of the ongoing debate surrounding this potential economic policy.