I remember getting into a debate with someone when Florida wanted to do drug tests for welfare recipients. She just couldn’t understand the simple math and why

I remember getting into a debate with someone when Florida wanted to do drug tests for welfare recipients. She just couldn’t understand the simple math and why it is a waste of money. Also the fact the contract went to a company associated with the governor’s wife, which is probably the real reason for the policy. The kicker? This person herself was on welfare! In her mind, she doesn’t do drugs, so she is morally right in demanding others who do, don’t get any help from government - no matter how small the percentage is. And no matter the cost. Most people (including myself) have very little idea about basic economics. We need to change our attitude towards work, towards helping others etc. somehow it is drilled into our heads that working insane hours is holy. In my opinion, working more than 35 hours per week solely for money is just plain stupid. While sustainability is the biggest question with ideas like UBI, people’s attitude towards work is also a huge hurdle