why is the president making it harder on people

I for one, don't think I deserve pubic assistance because I have made some poor financial choices. I don't want my child to do without shelter, clothing or food, but for the most part my financial troubles are because I have lived beyond my means.

Public assistance is a joke. When I was evicted, I sought something like this and decided even I was better off figuring things out on my own. In my experience, public assistance means sticking you in a crowded, crime-ridden apartment complex, with very little compensation and no guarentee of help. No thanks!
The economy is doing surprisingly well...better than it used to. Republicans (POLITICIANS), and I'm kicking my own butt when saying this, have never been good at handling money. As much as I disliked Clinton, the economy was great during his term.

Some people who are at the bottom of the pit, are experiencing it because it's their fault. As ttthayden said, you need to take responsibility for your actions. YOU have to deal with the consequences of your decisions...and there is ALWAYS a better way out.

you i liked it better when clinton was running things to as much as i disliked his ways he kept things on point well thats true you do have to take action for your own responsibilities but i work i am not on assistance but i mean it is so hard for people who are on assistance i mean i can't help that my son who stays with my father is a hypoglycemic and he is on social security thats not my fault you know thats all im saying

I see what you are saying.

I think alot of it boils down to those that have taken advantage of the system. Of course we don't hear the success stories, but we sure hear alot of the abuses. Sadly, one of my sisters is one of those abusers. And it colors the way I see the system. :(

That is so true. There are so many people that abuse the system on it and the ones that truly need it temporarily are having a tough time getting on. It can get tough raising kids and working and not having help.

TTThayden it is true that you dont hear the success stories, only the bad ones.

Rhonda, well you understand where I am coming from and it is alot of people who abuse it.... But you know my son shouldn't have to suffer for other people's action now he is in the cross fire

There is no reason your son should have to suffer and unfortunately the ones who abuse the system ruin it for those who really need the help. Good luck ch!!!

I hope you didn't think I meant your son should have to suffer! I particularly think it should be to make sure children are taken care of!

i'm not saying that you meant my son!But some people do have to have assistance that can't provide food,clothing,or shelter.And belive me I was there before on food stamps and welfare so I know how it is.And for someone who has never been on welfare or anything doesn't really know how hard it is.And I agree it should be to make sure the children are taken care of!

If your children (and this goes for anyone), are affected by your debt or financial status, keep in mind that they can still live happy, carefree lives---there are plenty of fun activities for both children and parents that cost little or no money--trips to the beach, a picnic, community events and some museums!
A great place to buy good children's clothing at low prices are your local thrift shops and Goodwill. :-)

You made a good point Lindsey! I have discovered all the things I can do "free" of charge with my kids. I think ch's point though is that she needs the assistance for her sons medical condition as well. Sometimes I myself wish I would have made better choices with my finances. But I have learned from my mistakes.

Thanks Rhonda!That is my exact point and I am glad at least someone caught on to what I was saying and thank you

I believe there are quite a few companies that will help aid in children's medical expenses. As cliche as it sounds, children ARE our future, so they have a lot of benefits at their age. Check into any programs that can assist you, ch. I'm certain you will find atleast one.

You are right Lindsey!! Children our future. We should do everything that we can in order to preserve that!!!

Children should always have a place to live comfortably, eat and learn.