ViewpointsOpinionCory Morgan: I’ve Seen What State Dependency Does; Universal Basic Income Is No Path to Prosperity00CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSavePrintPeople stroll along a street in Ottawa's Westboro Village neighbourhood on Dec. 23, 2023. The Canadian Press/Justin TangCory Morgan12/29/2023|Updated: 12/29/20230:00X 1CommentaryThe longer I sit, the lazier I get.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentCory MorganAuthorCory Morgan is a columnist based in Calgary.Author’s Selected ArticlesCory Morgan: Smith and Carney Take an Important Step With Energy Deal Despite Political CostNov 29, 2025Cory Morgan: Courts Should Sentence Based on the Crime, Not RaceNov 22, 2025Cory Morgan: Municipalities Should Stick to City Business, Not CausesNov 15, 2025Cory Morgan: Floor Crossing May Infuriate Supporters of the Spurned Party, but the Alternative Would Be WorseNov 07, 2025Related TopicswelfareUniversal Basic Incomecanada unemployment rate