Giving people cash didn’t cause more injuries or deaths

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Programs that give money directly to individuals are becoming more common across the United States. Still, they continue to draw criticism. Some skeptics argue that providing cash with no restrictions could encourage harmful behavior. They claim recipients might quickly spend the money on alcohol or drugs, potentially increasing the risk of injury or death.

A new 11-year study of Alaska's long-running cash transfer program challenges those concerns. Researcher...

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