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A Finn in America ponders the luxury of enjoying life
A smiling woman in a red top in front of a white wall.
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A Finn in America ponders the luxury of enjoying life

Anu Partanen is the author of “The Nordic Theory of Everything: In Search of a Better Life,” comparing everyday life in the US and the Nordic region.

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Finland’s basic-income experiment stays right on course
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Finland’s basic-income experiment stays right on course

There’s no telling what the future will bring, but Finland’s two-year basic-income experiment continues until December 31, 2018, just as planned.

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Finland’s basic income may boost motivation to accept work
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Finland’s basic income may boost motivation to accept work

Finland’s basic-income experiment runs from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2018. A basic income is not a cure-all, but for 30–40-somethings with short-term employment contracts, it seems to be a perfect fit.

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Finnish basic income facilitates dream job and volunteer work
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Finnish basic income facilitates dream job and volunteer work

We talk to one participant in Finland’s two-year basic-income trial, which continues through December 31, 2018 with results and analysis available in 2019. Does the extra income actually help people secure employment?

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A great adventure: Finland begins basic-income experiment
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A great adventure: Finland begins basic-income experiment

Between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2018, Finland is piloting a basic-income programme with 2,000 people to see if it holds the key to increasing employment and simplifying the social security system.

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