Some of the hardest-working people, both poor an d rich, are motivated by factors other than money. Consequently, objecting to Citizens' Dividends for this reason seems irrational, especially if the amount is minimal. Eliminating the coercive incentives of extreme poverty would leave intact the countles s positive reasons to work, earn, compete, produce. Citizens' Policies would enable us to achieve many goals that most Americans want, but that seem impossible with the current two party system. Dividends would eliminate the rationale for it, which is to create jobs.
People can find or create their own jobs.
With tax-free Citizens' Dividends, a flat tax would be progressive. The rate could be adjusted as necessary to eliminate budget deficits. We could preserve the promises and benefits of both programs by integrating them with Citizens' Policies. These appear unattainable without higher fossil fuel taxes. To prevent or relieve economic hardships, fuel taxes could be offset by increasing Citizens' Dividends.