Andrew Yang (politician)

Andrew Yang is an American entrepreneur and politician known for running as a Democratic candidate in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. He gained prominence for proposing the idea of a Universal Basic Income (UBI), called the "Freedom Dividend," which would give all Americans a regular cash stipend to help address economic inequality and automation-related job displacement. With a background in technology and startups, Yang emphasizes innovative solutions to social issues and advocates for policies focused on economic security, technological adaptation, and reforming the political system. He remains active in public discussions on economic policy and innovation.