The force of perseverance: An 84-year-old Brazilian politician’s fight for universal basic income

 by Peter Knight

In Europe as elsewhere, the realization of bold ideas requires long, strenuous, continuous efforts by people who never lose faith. A popular senior Brazilian politician who campaigns tirelessly, sometimes beyond his own limits, for the introduction of an unconditional basic income, provides a role model for all those who struggle for a more just society around the world.

Philosopher Philippe Van Parijs reflects on current debates in Brussels, Belgium and Europe.

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(Source: basicincome.org; September 18, 2025; https://v.gd/Rpexfp)
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