San Diego County researchers gave out cash to low-income people. Here’s what they learned
“Government aid to households traditionally comes with restrictions. You can load your shopping basket with potatoes, but not Popsicles. Certain grants are for prescription medication co-pays, not a dental cleaning. A shift in thinking about aid among some policymakers and nonprofits has led to the creation of pilot programs across the U.S. where households get cash, with no strings attached, so they can spend it as they see fit. San Diego County is at the forefront of these initiatives.”