John Liberty
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What if they were stealing from you?
Compared to what we have now? Yes. If we are not promoting ways to grow the individual and economy, then it will eventually become a free-for-all at some point in time anyway...
Today's in which everyone is more interested in what government gives them rather than what they contribute to the country/society...
That must be a different world than I live in.
No, it's just one you don't wish to recognize...
If its so terrible, why has it remained for over 80 years now? We've had all sorts of different leaders during those 8 decades.
I guess my most burning question is why do you object to it?
Nope, I just have a different interpretation of things.
An interpretation that happens to be wrong.
Think what you want.
I will.
Good for you.
It's remained so long because once an entitlement begins, it's nearly impossible to end as people start to rely on it. Look at how nuts people get in Europe when their leaders start to talk about cutting entitlements.
I object to it because I don't think it's fair that one person should be forced to financially support another. I also think it often keeps the recipient from reaching their potential, as they're bypassing much of what are the really tough times that build ones character by accepting long term assistance. I also think it's bad for families, as times always get tough in relationships, especially marriages, and knowing you can get long term money that could help take the place of a spouse is an option that wouldn't be there without welfare. Another problem that I have is that it's administered by the government, who has a history of corruption and inefficiency, which is even more of a waste of our tax dollars.
There is a difference between the unexpected heartfelt gifts that people used to give each other during hard times to help one another out and today's entitlements, which are expected and come in the form a nameless check from the government.
I'm going to bed now, so if you reply, I'll have to catch you tomorrow. Goodnight Specklebang.
It's remained so long because once an entitlement begins, it's nearly impossible to end as people start to rely on it. Look at how nuts people get in Europe when their leaders start to talk about cutting entitlements.
I object to it because I don't think it's fair that one person should be forced to financially support another. I also think it often keeps the recipient from reaching their potential, as they're bypassing much of what are the really tough times that build ones character by accepting long term assistance. I also think it's bad for families, as times always get tough in relationships, especially marriages, and knowing you can get long term money that could help take the place of a spouse is an option that wouldn't be there without welfare. Another problem that I have is that it's administered by the government, who has a history of corruption and inefficiency, which is even more of a waste of our tax dollars.
There is a difference between the unexpected heartfelt gifts that people used to give each other during hard times to help one another out and today's entitlements, which are expected and come in the form a nameless check from the government.
I'm going to bed now, so if you reply, I'll have to catch you tomorrow. Goodnight Specklebang.
I certainly agree with treatment -- especially as an alternative to prison. But it all costs money.
Where does all the money for drugs and other crap come from in the first place ????????Drug testing?!?
But, of course, we do not..It's remained so long because once an entitlement begins, it's nearly impossible to end as people start to rely on it. Look at how nuts people get in Europe when their leaders start to talk about cutting entitlements.
I object to it because I don't think it's fair that one person should be forced to financially support another.If we had a far better quality of people, this "forcing " would NOT be necessary ! I also think it often keeps the recipient from reaching their potential, as they're bypassing much of what are the really tough times that build ones character by accepting long term assistance. I also think it's bad for families, as times always get tough in relationships, especially marriages, and knowing you can get long term money that could help take the place of a spouse is an option that wouldn't be there without welfare. Another problem that I have is that it's administered by the government, who has a history of corruption and inefficiency, which is even more of a waste of our tax dollars.
There is a difference between the unexpected heartfelt gifts that people used to give each other during hard times to help one another out and today's entitlements, which are expected and come in the form a nameless check from the government.
I'm going to bed now, so if you reply, I'll have to catch you tomorrow. Goodnight Specklebang.
But, of course, we do not..
Greed and selfishness rule the day !
Man has failed...
But things do not have to stay this way.
Thru a really good education system, conditions can and will improve...
Has anyone ever had a heart to heart discussion with a welfare recipient ??
People would achieve much more of their potential if it weren't for welfare, or to quote you, we would have "better quality people", as people would be forced to be tougher, smarter, more resilient, and make better relationship decisions without that safety net.
I'd say that the wealthy and industrious in our society are already paying the lions share of taxes supporting welfare, and you consider them greedy and selfish?
What would it take for a better education system? We pump tons of money into it now and it just seems to be getting worse, meanwhile your average home schooled kid seems leaps and bounds smarter and better equipped for life in comparison.
Good afternoon, JC. :2wave:
:agree: with your observations. I believe a home-schooled child knows his parents care whether or not he learns, and that makes a difference. It helps that they are getting undivided attention from their "teacher," too, and can proceed as fast, or slow, as they need to! :thumbs:.
But, of course, we do not..
Greed and selfishness rule the day !
Man has failed...
But things do not have to stay this way.
Thru a really good education system, conditions can and will improve...
Has anyone ever had a heart to heart discussion with a welfare recipient ??
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