Everyone deserves a share in the prosperity we create together.
A Movement for Shared Prosperity
Why should every adult American get $1,000/month for life (inflation adjusted)?
Because work no longer guarantees a decent income in a world where technology constantly reduces the need for labor.
The United States is one of the richest countries in history, producing about $200,000 in income per household. Yet at last 150 million Americans remain economically insecure. Productivity has risen, technology has advanced, and national income keeps growing — but a decreasing share of income goes to wages. The bottom half of US households share 10% of national income, pre-tax.
Earnings haven’t kept up because automation has greatly reduced the need for human labor, especially in agriculture and manufacturing. And now, the Economist Magazine warns of an AI jobs apocalypse. Technology competes with labor keeping wages down.
We all contribute to the productivity of our country and should all benefit from the increasing national income. Strange as it may seem, many rich people agree. The Tech “bros” behind AI agree. They argue for a transfer of income called a “universal basic income” to supplement – not replace – income from work.
This site is dedicated to building a grass roots movement for universal basic income which we call Shares in America. But we can only get there if everyone gets involved!!!!
How to Get There
1
Reduce the influence of money in politics
When wealthy interests dominate politics, ordinary Americans are too often left out. A stronger democracy is essential to a fairer economy.
2
Tax extreme wealth and high incomes more fairly
A fair tax system can reduce inequality and help fund policies that benefit the whole country.
3
Establish Shares — a universal basic income
Every adult should receive a regular income dividend: a share in the prosperity America creates together.
Why now?
Automation and artificial intelligence are making it possible to produce more with fewer workers. That can be good news — but only if the benefits are widely shared.
Without a direct way to share national prosperity, technology can deepen inequality. With Shares, progress can benefit everyone.
