Could it be you confuse gov't intrusion as empathy. Or do you think it is just easier that way?
The government intrusion would be telling people what kind of food to eat and drinks to drink. Have you ever known anyone who received food stamps? Food pantries across the nation are saying they have never seen so many people seeking assistance. It isn’t just bums like you think. Food stamps are a safety net paid for with tax dollars, just like bank and auto bailouts. Go complain about those.