A little humility is what is needed. Why fork over cash/food stamps to people with no strings attached? Stop with the checks and the pre-paid VISA cards.

Open up WELFARE centers easily accessible by public transportation. You'll receive food rations for two weeks each visit and free medical care....shoot, move all the public housing to the military bases slated to close and require them to be self-sustaining! They could have "market day" once a week and sell discounted clothing or other goods made on site.

No MORE Air Jordans. No MORE Dolce and Gabbana eyeglasses....