Quote:I've been on social programs in my life, times when I really needed the help, so I won't ever say they are not necessary and should completely go away. But they are not what makes this country great.

 

What makes this country great is people who are willing to get out there and do the work to earn their pay to responsibly buy the stuff they need and invest for the golden years. To be willing to donate to charities or churches who help those who have less. To have the willingness to make their own path it they can't find one they like by forming a business which provides goods and services and jobs. To have the mindset to go to college or trade school to better themselves so they're not 40 years old working at McDonald's trying to support a family on minimum wage. 

 

There are too many people saying "I can't and won't" instead of "I can and will". The latter is the thing that makes America great. 

 

When you break it down, I think the vast majority of us have a very similar mindset to you on this one. I personally feel we should help those who NEED it when we can but ultimately, you're right in that too many people who are capable make the conscious choice to not attempt to help themselves out of whatever situation they may find themselves in...and this should not be condoned nor encouraged.

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