Welfare is a wonderful thing. It is Christianity at its best, or humanity at its best for anyone that doesn't believe in Christ. But religious views aside; in my opinion, there can be no better way to spend one's time or money than in serving your fellow man.
That said, the government couldn't have gotten their welfare program more wrong if they'd tried. Instead of offering a hand up, they offer a hand out; a crutch instead of a shovel or a hammer.
Too many people have become dependent on the government welfare system and intentionally keep their incomes low so as to not be removed from various welfare programs.
This is not to say that anybody who is on government welfare fits this description. Clearly, that couldn't possibly be true. But those who use it for its intended purpose rather than abuse it would benefit just as much from locally run organizations with better controls over who receives aid, of what nature and for what period of time.
The federal government needs to get out of the welfare industry and allow states, counties and cities to run such programs based on the needs of their specific areas and with the best interests of the individuals at heart.
Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime. If he is unable to fish, find something he can do and teach him to do that. Everyone can contribute to society and will be happier if they do.
I have seen efficient charitable organizations and programs first hand, they should be commended for what they do and how well they do it. The federal government could learn a lot from them.
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