I think a workfare system makes more sense. If you are on public assistance of any kind, but can still fog a mirror, you show up at 7AM to clean toilets, sweeps the halls...whatever needs to be done. You should also be subject to random drug testing. I think we’d be amazed how many deadbeats would start looking for better jobs. Also, if you pay no federal taxes, you don’t get to vote in federal elections. After all, nothing in the game, why should you have any say in its rules? Finally, if you are a Congressman and vote for a budget that results in an increase of 3% or more in the federal deficit, you cannot run for reelection. Betcha we’d see programs like free cell phones for deadbeats disappear.
Great points and Maine seems to be at the forefront of some of these reforms, especially the workfare rule.