“Liberals cling to the idea that critics of welfare are motivated by greed or callous disregard for the less fortunate. In fact, during the twenty-five years that followed Lyndon Johnson's declaration of war on poverty, U.S. tax payers spent $3 trillion providing every conceivable support for the poor, the elderly, and the infirm. Private foundations spent scores of billions more, and private and religious charities even more. Nevertheless, as Ronald Raegan later quipped, 'in the war on poverty, poverty won.'”
Quote by Mona Charen
Work
Do-Gooders: How Liberals Hurt Those They Claim to Help and the Rest of Us
This book delves into the effects of liberal policies and initiatives, exploring how they may inadvertently harm the very individuals and communities they aim to assist. more
Author
Mona Charen
Mona Charen, born in 1957, is a renowned American columnist. Her work primarily focuses on political, social, and cultural issues, known for her incisive views and profound analysis. more
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