The Shrinking Welfare State: The New Welfare Legislation and Families I think most people are split on the issue of welfare. Some see it as a handout to the poor where the recipients will not and do not want to work. Others see it as just helping the unfortunate get back on their feet. Personally, I see it as a little of both. I would love nothing more to help everyone who is willing to …showed first 75 words of 1034 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1034 total…also. They might not be living the good life but at least they would be getting by. I would much rather give money to someone who is working at McDonalds part time than someone who is sitting at home not even looking for a job. References Post, J. E. Lawrence, A. T., & Weber, J. (2002). Contemporary business issues with readings: Selected materials from business and society, corporate strategy, public policy, ethics, 9th edition Boston: McGraw-Hill