Sally Lerner may not be happy to be called an economist but she would be
happy to see any and all friends in the Ottawa area who want to come by and
say hello.
Arthur Cordell
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For Immediate Release
March 13, 1999
Noted Canadian and U.S. economists in Ottawa
to promote the concepts of Basic Income
The well-known economists Dr. Sally Lerner and Dr. Charles Clark
arrive in Ottawa on Friday 24 March for a special public event (Centretown
Community Health Centre 6:30pm). Their remarks and discussion will focus on
their new economic proposals centred on Basic Income, a form of universal
financial security for all Canadians. It's an idea whose time has come,
with many European governments and U.S. states taking up the idea seriously.
This is perfect timing as a follow-up to the new Federal Budget.
During the past week dozens of articles and commentaries by senior
economists, radio and TV reporters have presented views on tax cuts, social
spending, and better ways to manage the economy.
In their new book Basic Income: Economic Security for All Canadians
Lerner, Clark, and Needham provide a clear definition of the term. They also
give strong arguments for Canada to move in this direction. Useful
historical background and new statistics help will allow a wide range of
citizens to understand these concepts.
Lerner and Clark can provide a clearly understandable introduction
to Basic Income
and they can comment on:
- the pros and cons of the term Basic Income
- the example of Ireland where Charles Clark has been working with
the government to institute a Basic Income model for the country
- strongly argued repsonses to those sceptical about the
possibilities for success
- why the term "Basic Income has become so appealing for community
organizations and policy analysts across Canada, spanning the political
spectrum
Sally Lerner and Charles Clark are available for
interviews prior to and after the Ottawa event.
Please call to arrange a time.
For details, please contact Peter Steven
at Between the Lines Press, in Toronto 416-535-9914
or Lisa at Octopus Books, Ottawa 613-233-2589
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