Hi Kate, I just meant it generally, because it seems to be a general assumption among a lot of people. It seems like some think because Republicans want tax reform that means they want to do away with social services right away. I for one think there should be reform the other way - keep the social services system on its toes so that it is better coordinated and bringing the very best support to those in need. I totally agree that cutting welfare checks to people in need is just atrocious. Solves nothing and creates more problems and hardships. Why is it that we are brilliant enough to go to the moon and Mars and daily are making new discoveries to benefit humankind but we can't figure out how to put together a better system for those in need? The bureaucracy needs to be streamlined and simplified so that more of the available resources could go directly to those who need it. I've often wondered if they don't deliberately make it difficult for people (tons of forms, waiting periods, etc.) to discourage them from asking for any help at all. That is wrong. It does seem like in some areas we are doing better than in the past. But there is still lots of room for improvement.
Kakki
