That was my first thought as well, but upon reading the article, I did not respond similarly. I am in agreement that the answer to poverty is work. Giving to the poor only exacerbates their plight. Rather, they should be taught a skill commiserate with their abilities, and required to earn their keep, like the rest of us. Adam was not created to lie around, but rather to tend the garden, and subdue the earth.
Nevertheless, we will always have some poor among us, but in the US we should have about 95% less than we do.
What you say, so far as it goes, is correct. But see my post, immediately above, for how to deal with those who because of disabilities really do need a helping hand. And note the final comment from the author of the Declaration of Independence.