More signs of that booming economy:
WASHINGTON - The welfare state is bigger than ever despite a decade of policies designed to wean poor people from public aid.
The number of families receiving cash benefits from welfare has plummeted since the government imposed time limits on the payments a decade ago. But other programs for the poor, including Medicaid, food stamps and disability benefits, are bursting with new enrollees.
The result, according to an Associated Press analysis: Nearly one in six people rely on some form of public assistance, a larger share than at any time since the government started measuring two decades ago.
Critics of the welfare overhaul say the numbers offer fresh evidence that few former recipients have become self-sufficient, even though millions have moved from welfare to work. They say the vast majority have been forced into low-paying jobs without benefits and few opportunities to advance.
Sure, one of them is a teacher with three kids getting by on his entry level salary, plus some part time work with me and a part time job as a waiter. He qualifies for food stamps.
just yesterday on Chris Matthews there is that blowhard Jim Cramer saying trickle down economics works. I about jumped through the tv. He was yapping about how peoples 401k’s are doing well and on on on…
Well not everyone has a 401k you idiot!