[JenB]

I think the logic behind it is that the victims are no longer able to provide college education for their kids. Doesn't make it right, though... if a private foundation were doing this it would be laudable.

Then again, there's so much state aid going to colleges already. They can surely take some money out of the "Left-handed Latina Girls Majoring in Psychology or Music" scholarship, perhaps?

[TexRef]

if a private foundation were doing this it would be laudable

Exactly! Taking Peter's money to feed (educate, house, clothe) Paul is not charity -- it's THEFT!!!