In terms of cultural values, what differentiates US social programs from a universal basic income (UBI) approach?
A) Places that value UBI do not have capitalism.
B) The U.S. does not allow for or value any "entitlements" to any resources in any of its programs.
C) One value of UBI is that everyone is given money; however, in the U.S., having a job is not only an identity marker, it is a requirement for full participation in society.
D) UBI societies do not value hard work or innovation.

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In the U.S., having a job is often seen as a defining characteristic and a requirement for full participation in society. This differs from the value that everyone should be given money, which is one of the values of a UBI approach. Choice A is incorrect because there are countries that have both capitalism and UBI programs. Choice B is incorrect because there are U.S. social programs that provide entitlements to certain resources. Choice D is incorrect because UBI societies do value hard work and innovation, but they prioritize the basic needs of individuals first.

In Terms of Cultural Values, What Differentiates US Social Programs