CONWAY — Democratic presidential hopeful Andrew Yang told the Sun editorial board Thursday and 40 members of the public that his “Freedom Dividend” of $1,000 per month to every adult American could pass Congress because it’s a win-win for both progressives and conservatives.
He also promised he’ll figure out a way for artificial intelligence to do your taxes for you.
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