New book explores why and how guaranteed-income programs should be a social norm in the US

Natalie Foster, the president and co-founder of the Economic Security Project, is the author of the book “The Guarantee: Inside the Fight for America’s Next Economy.” (Photo courtesy of Natalie Foster)

Natalie Foster believes in creating economic resilience for families. She says income inequality is a real problem; some people work three jobs just to stay afloat.

Foster, who serves as the president and co-founder of the Economic Security Project, was a guest on Wednesday’s edition of “Closer Look.” She talked with host Rose Scott about how guaranteed-income initiatives are transforming the lives of families across the country.

Foster also discussed her new book, “The Guarantee: Inside the Fight for America’s Next Economy.” The book explores what it would be like if all Americans were guaranteed housing, health care, a college education, dignified work, family care, an inheritance and a stable income.