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Old 03-26-2009, 04:44 PM  
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Should recipients of Government aid be subject to RANDOM drug tests?

As the economy continues to deteriorate and more people line up for government assistance, many states are considering drug tests for welfare/public assistance recipients. See: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090326/...S XHca_bZn414

Do you agree? If you receive welfare, you should be subject to RANDOM drug testing?

Con: This effectively criminalizes the poor and discourages those who need the help the most. Also, why not drug testing for CORPORATE recipients of taxpayer money--that's welfare too, on a grander scale.

Pro: You can't live in a nanny state without the nanny encroaching into your personal life. You want to remain free, be responsible.



What do you guys think?
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