Pubdate: Fri, 11 May 2007
Source: Red Deer Advocate (CN AB)
Copyright: 2007 Red Deer Advocate
Contact:  http://www.reddeeradvocate.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/2492
Author: Len Nixon

WELFARE RECIPIENTS GETTING A FREE RIDE

Like a lot of folks in this country, I have a job. I work; they pay 
me. I pay my taxes and the government distributes my taxes as it sees fit.

In order to get that paycheque I am required to pass a random urine 
test; I have no problem with that.

What I have a problem with is the distribution of my taxes to people 
who don't have to pass a urine test. Shouldn't one have to pass a 
urine test to get welfare? I have to pass one to earn money for 
people on welfare.

Please understand, I have no problem with helping people get back on 
their feet. On the other hand, I do have a problem with helping 
someone sit on their butt and buy dope and booze with my hard-earned money.

Could you imagine how much money the government would save if people 
had to pass a urine test to get a public assistance cheque?

Len Nixon

Rimbey
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