Quote by Charles Alan Murray

The reason welfare is bad is not because it costs too much, nor because it undermines the work ethic, but because it is intrinsically at odds with the way human beings come to live satisfying lives.

The reason welfare is bad is not because it costs too much,

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This quote suggests that the negative impact of welfare is not primarily about its cost or its potential to discourage work ethic. Instead, it highlights a fundamental disagreement between welfare and human beings' ability to lead fulfilling lives. The implication is that welfare programs may hinder individuals from finding self-satisfaction and fulfillment, potentially offering an argument against the efficacy or suitability of such programs.

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