Utopia for Realists

An alternative vision from a politically radical Malcolm Gladwell. -- The New York Times After spending hours working at jobs that don't bring us satisfaction, we end up purchasing unnecessary items. In his book, "Utopia for Realists", Dutch historian Rutger Bregman proposes that this doesn't have to be the norm, and in some places it already isn't. In 2014, Bregman's TED Talk on universal basic income was seen as overly radical, but with over a quarter million views, it has gained serious consideration from economists and government leaders worldwide. Through examples such as a Canadian city that completely abolished poverty and Richard Nixon's plan for a basic income for millions of Americans, Bregman challenges traditional left-right ideologies and presents ideas that are attainable today. History has shown that what may seem like a utopian fantasy can become a reality, as seen with the end of slavery and the rise of democracy. Bregman inspires readers to think beyond what is considered realistic