To Byrons point, the idea of subsidizing lifestyles in the absence of the individual contributing something of value to society as a whole is childish.  The idea of deriving this subsidy from compulsory taxation breeds division and animosity. 

 

There is no reason that we should subsidize people watching Maury.  if someone is in need then there are things that they could do to contribute to society through work and that should be fundamentally tied to any form of public assistance.  Even if its internship somewhere education or whatever.

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