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Utopia for Realists

The Case for a Universal Basic Income, Open Borders, and a 15-hour Workweek

Book • 2017

In *Utopia for Realists*, Rutger Bregman argues that visionary ideas, often considered utopian, can be implemented to create a more equitable and productive society.

He advocates for a universal basic income, a shorter workweek of 15 hours, and open borders.

Bregman supports these ideas with historical examples, such as Richard Nixon's proposed basic income and the successful Mincome project in Canada, as well as current data and academic studies.

The book challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to dream big and strive for a better future.

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Mentioned in 32 episodes

Recommended by

Ryan Holiday

as interesting books written by

Rutger Bregman

.

You’re Not Wasting Time, You’re Wasting Your Life | Rutger Bregman (PT. 2)

Mentioned by

Rutger Bregman

, referencing a story about a banker strike in Ireland.

You’re Not Wasting Time, You’re Wasting Your Life | Rutger Bregman (PT. 1)

Mentioned by

David Marchese

as the author of several books arguing that the world is better than we think and that positive change is possible.

'The Interview': Rutger Bregman Wants to Save Elites From Their Wasted Lives

Mentioned by

Sam Harris

as one of

Rutger Bregman

's books.

#412 — Better Things & Better People

Mentioned by

Anita Anand

as one of

Rutger Bregman

's best-selling books.

1. A Time of Monsters

Mentioned by

Rutger Bregman

as his first book, which includes a chapter discussing the need to move away from GDP.

Moral Ambition: Redefining Success for the Global Good with Rutger Bregman

Mentioned by

Rutger Bregman

as his first book, aiming to reclaim utopia as a political compass.

3. A conspiracy of decency

Mentioned by

Scott Galloway

as one of

Rutger Bregman

's books, where he advocates for universal basic income.

Conversation with Rutger Bregman — Human Nature, Power Dynamics, and UBI

Mentioned by

Rutger Bregman

as one of his books where he wrestles with fundamental questions about humanity.

4. Fighting for Humanity in the Age of the Machine.

Mentioned by

Rufus Griscom

as Rutger's first book, which sparked controversy at Davos with its tax-related arguments.

MORAL AMBITION: Are You Wasting Your Talent?

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