I would like to know what those simple tests are. Especially considering that a good bit of money was handed out in the first few days after the hurricane to many people who didn't poses all of their ID and proof of residence.
I agree that assistance is needed in disaster areas, but I do agree that the LA Times headline is bullshit. Yes, I can blame victims of Hurricane Katrina for stupid and irresponsible spending even if their claims were legitimate. Because that means if they have legitimate claims, then they had a need for that money to be spent on food, shelter, and/or clothes. Those who spent money on DVD's, strip clubs, and other unecessary items shouldn't be given a pass simply because they were in a natural disaster. On the contrary, they should be held under the microscope for being fucking morons. I also think they should be blacklisted from receiving further federal disaster assistance without having to jump through more hoops and sorting through more red tape. Make it harder for the dipshits who aren't willing to act responsibly, and let the people who really need the money and will spend it in a responsible manner have a better chance of getting better and quicker help.
whomod said: I generally don't like it when people decide to play by the rules against people who don't play by the rules. It tends to put you immediately at a disadvantage and IMO is a sign of true weakness. This is true both in politics and on the internet."
