Universal Trust Funds | New Hampshire Public Radio

February 25, 2009 |

Here are the basics – the government sets aside a small nest egg for every child, which would grow until they reach age 18. At that point the account-holder could begin to withdraw money for college, a home, and eventually retirement. The movement is not without its critics, who say it’s a slippery slope to a privatized social safety net.

Ray Boshara joins us with more on the idea. He directs the Asset Building Program at the New America Foundation, and has worked closely on this ...
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