Housing Secretary Ben Carson Says Poverty Is A 'State Of Mind'

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(05-26-2017, 02:05 PM)bfine32 Wrote: I think everybody can agree that we need to help those who need it; however, who determines who needs it and how much do they need?

(05-26-2017, 02:05 PM)bfine32 Wrote: If anyone thinks there aren't folks out there giving 100% and still struggling then they are idiots. likewise, if anyone thinks there aren't folks out there capable of supporting themselves that would rather let the government do it; they too, are idiots.

We agree on this.

(05-26-2017, 02:05 PM)bfine32 Wrote: I disagree with Ben's assertion that poverty is a state of mind as it is not. Now being miserable, thinking the government owes you more, and/or choosing to let the government support you and your family when you are fully capable, now that's a state of mind.

So is thinking the government is out to get you or that the government is helping people who "don't deserve it".

(05-26-2017, 02:05 PM)bfine32 Wrote: I've seen opponents call this budget the "immoral budget"; but it is designed to reduce spending. What is moral about continually going deeper in debt and leaving future generations with the bill?

What is moral about reducing spending on the back of the poorest people and safety net/social programs and increasing spending on things like defense?