Posted on 02/18/2005 2:52:25 PM PST by loe joe
I see those children's rights do not apply to unborn ones.
Please see my tagline. You can substitute "liberalism" for "socialism"...food for thought.
That's a great photo!
Well said!!
You are a liberal because both you and your family cannot make it on your own and NEED the government to take care of you (at somebody else's expense of course).
Just "food for though" you say? Sounds more to me like government sponsored "food to keep you alive".
"We were created to make our own way, provide for ourselves and our families, and be compassionate enough to give others a hand up on occasion."
Your story is very inspiring, and one that hits home with me.
Though I had never been on welfare, I live in a community where it's way of life. People casually collect food stamps, checks, etc., and even hide their earnings so they can claim eligibility. I was considered a "sucker" for not wanting to do this.
You might say I'm a moderate, rather than a liberal or a conservative. There is no shame in asking for help, when bad luck strikes -- as in your case. What happened to you -- I'm grateful you overcame it & no one should ever know from it -- was the original reason for welfare. Sometimes things come out of left field {loss of job, accident, etc.) that may warrant need for government assistance. But the feeling of dependence -- or worse, uselessness -- is painful & humiliating.
Me? I am working 2 jobs (my regular one that pays health insurance) & freelance. Sure, it's tough. But the feeling of self-sufficiency is worth it. What's more, I am able to tithe my earnings for charity, to help family members or others in greater need. And knowing I am a viable economic unit who can give back to society, rather than just take from it, makes me doubly grateful.
You aren't a liberal. You are an idiot. Oh I forgot thet is the same thing. Rights are a Constitutional Idea. Social programs suck and I can do without any of them.
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