Introduction: Welfare and welfare reform
Point : public assistance to poor people is damaging because it encourages dependence and impairs self-sufficiency
Counterpoint : society has an obligation to take care of its poorest members
Point : recipients of public assistance should be asked to work for their benefits
Counterpoint : it is unfair to require recipients of public assistance to work for their benefits
Point : a family needs public financial support and guidance on how to become self-sufficient
Counterpoint : government should not interfere in the private lives of welfare recipients
