TED: Poverty isn't a lack of character; it's a lack of cash | Rutger Bregman

The video challenges traditional views on poverty, suggesting that poor decisions are not due to a lack of character but rather a scarcity mentality. It introduces the concept of basic income as a potential solution, supported by historical and experimental evidence, such as the successful Dauphin experiment. The video argues for a shift in societal values, emphasizing the need for radical ideas to eradicate poverty and unlock human potential.

How does the speaker suggest we should change our approach to helping the poor?

What historical figures or thinkers are mentioned in relation to the concept of basic income?

What vision does the speaker have for the future regarding work and poverty?

What is the relationship between poverty and the perceived value of work according to the speaker?