Florida has finally implemented drug testing for welfare. Sure there are pro and cons to every side but just what would this mean if all states did the same. Well in my opinion "users" will find a way to "use" and there is always a way to beat the system. Who is paying for this testing I'm sure its you and me (it’s my understanding that they will pay for the testing themselves then be reimbursed if they pass… who’s paying for that.) I mean it’s surely a push in the right direction and a good effort but honestly the extra money for these programs should be spent on policing abuse of these programs. Besides if they find a way to cost effectively apply the program, how many people would they actually catch. I guess the gist of it is… it’s a losing battle. I think Florida will be walking the welfare walk of shame when they find that their new program is a BUST!
I think the argument for this program is that it will prepare the welfare recipients for the real life actuality that they will be required to take a drug test for full-time employment. In turn, increasing the likelihood they will find permanent jobs and no longer depend on welfare funded by hard working tax payers. If they can't pass a drug test, they can't get a job, and shouldn't benefit from other peoples hard work.
ReplyDeleteALthough that it the intention it does not always work out as well as one would hope... most people on government assitance are masters at beating the system and if anyone could beat it.... well thats all im saying
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