Should the U.S. switch to
a cashless economy?

Governments suggest moving to a cashless economy will save the cost of producing, administrating and securing paper money. The banks want the world cashless because they claim it's more efficient. Visa even went so far as to offer small businesses $10,000 to convert to cashless. Supporters say cash is dirty, dangerous and antiquated.

The Bob Livingston Letter^® wants to know what you think. Are you ready to go cashless?

Do you think the U.S. should move to a cashless economy?

Yes

Would you find being cashless more convenient?

Yes

Do you worry going cashless gives government too much power over its citizens?

Yes

In the event of emergency, what would you do if paper money was not available?

Barter/trade

Use my gold or silver coins

I would have no way to pay for goods and services I need

I would have to rely on the government for survival

Why do you think government and banks prefer to be cashless?

They want to track my spending

It will reduce crime

They want to control the money supply

It is less costly and more efficient than a paper money system

Because cash can easily transfer viruses and bacteria

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Should the U.S. switch to a cashless economy?

Should the U.S. switch to
a cashless economy?