Standing Strong for Welfare Reform

In the Virginia General Assembly, there has been debate about cutting back on the success of the welfare reform in the Commonwealth. H.B. 1714, which was being debated in the Senate. Since the House is not reconsidering this bill, Senator Mark Obenshain (R-Harrisonburg) is shown here standing up for principle and talks about “Welfare Lite.”

Welfare reform actually holds the recipients accountable for finding work and taking initiative to provide for themselves. Upon its passage during the Allen administration, more Virginians have taken the initiative and got back on their feet. Sure, there might be some abuses of the system, but they are lower than in other states. Welfare reform should not be lightened to allow for abuses and free give outs.