@endplunder, I'm not certain I understand your question. A universal basic income means a certain amount earned by everybody simply for being human. It's all earned income. Is this what you mean?
Earned by being human? Things must be produced before they can be consumed. For you to receive payment for doing nothing, the same will have to be taken from someone who has actually earned it.
I'm going to point you to Scott's basic income FAQ. It addresses your concern, and likely many others you may not even realize you have, far better than I can.
@endplunder, I'm not certain I understand your question. A universal basic income means a certain amount earned by everybody simply for being human. It's all earned income. Is this what you mean?
Earned by being human? Things must be produced before they can be consumed. For you to receive payment for doing nothing, the same will have to be taken from someone who has actually earned it.
I'm going to point you to Scott's basic income FAQ. It addresses your concern, and likely many others you may not even realize you have, far better than I can.
http://www.scottsantens.com/basic-income-faq
Specifically, I think this entry may be a good place to start:
http://www.scottsantens.com/wouldn-t-a-basic-income-just-be-stealing-from-those-who-earned-their-money