Nice rant Mr. McNeil.
Absolutely correct and I agree with you 100%.
As a volunteer triage interviewer at a local food/clothing/etc bank, I see this all the time. A client will be on “disability” (the new welfare) and working under the table. Even though they could improve their lifestyle considerably by getting a job, they won’t give up the monthly government check. “If I did that (get a job), I’d have to give up my food stamps.” This is what you call a dependency mindset. It’s a tough nut to crack.
I run across people on disability all the time. I’ve noticed an increase since Obama took office. Most of them could easily work but it’s easier and more lucrative not to.