"Do we have any evidence that she's incorrect on the facts?" There are a few examples of this succeeding in the article. I would also like to know the overall

"Do we have any evidence that she's incorrect on the facts?" There are a few examples of this succeeding in the article. I would also like to know the overall amount of money spent, how much money was taken through taxes, and how many didn't succeed. I'm guessing these stats aren't available. Things aren't always rainbows and unicorns. "The interesting thing here is the opportunity to observe and measure, rather than affixing labels ("welfare program") and dismissing based on pre-existing beliefs. The abstract arguments just lead around in circles." Why can't we call it what it is? When people tell me I can't use labels, it's generally because they want to try to hide the truth about something. When you live long enough (although I am only 30), you realize that most things aren't new...including the ideas in this article. The definition of welfare (taken from dictionary.com): receiving financial aid from the government or from a private organization because of hardship and need. Pretty much sounds like these programs in Brazil and Mexico.