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[–] andrewta@lemmy.world 6 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Define basic needs.

Is that just food water shelter utilities Healthcare clothing?

Does it include entertainment?

Travel?

[–] Landless2029@lemmy.world 0 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (1 children)

I would say: food, clothing, shelter, healthcare

Entertainment isn't a basic need.

[–] MrWildBunnycat@lemmy.world 8 points 2 days ago (3 children)

I beg to differ. Entertainment is very much absolutely necessary for having a healthy mind.

Don't worry, if my baeic needs are met I'll happily entertain you for free

[–] mxcory@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 2 days ago

Everyone gets two sticks and a hoop.

[–] Landless2029@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago

But it's not required for you to live and therefore you have to get that yourself.

Someone could lock you in a room and provide the 4 basics until you die of old age. Clothing and shelter are needs to protect you from the elements.