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Originally Posted by peter12
Are you saying that Joe Citizen isn't responsible enough to spend his/her own money and that somehow government could do a better job?
Trudeau et al certainly proved you wrong, didn't they?
Of course, we need a minimal welfare state to help those who fall through the cracks and get back on their feet again. But, Canadians by and large should be allowed to spend their money how they want to, not have it wasted away on a plethora of special interest budget programs.
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No, its not a case of people not being able to spend money wisely or anything like that. Its just that when you look at the social programs in general it makes the most sense if we all pay a little bit so that they are there when we need them. I rarely, if ever, need the healthcare system at this point in my life; but I would rather pay for it all along because one day I will need it! When I do, I can continue paying my small amount rather than a hefty one-shot payment when I have other things to worry about.