A couple things here... 1. The argument is used to create a mental model of the situation. Some might use that model to make an argument for cutting but that

A couple things here... 1. The argument is used to create a mental model of the situation. Some might use that model to make an argument for cutting but that doesn't mean their argument is inherent in the model and as such it doesn't invalidate the model. 2. Families also can spend money that, in theory, can help their personal economy. Education, moving to an area with better jobs, etc... So the argument isn't "bass-akwards" as the site contends.