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One speaker criticizes the abuse of welfare for long-term support, stating that many recipients refuse to seek employment, preferring to live off assistance for years. They point out the disparity between how much some receive—upwards of $1,000 a month for housing—and the expectation to contribute back to society through work.
The criticism extends to the perception that the welfare system discourages initiative. For example, many able-bodied adults avoid work altogether, relying on government benefits, shoplifting, or other illicit means to sustain themselves. One speaker passionately argues that if welfare benefits were tied to work requirements, more people might be motivated to contribute meaningfully.