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Republicans...is the solution to our financial issues...i.e. Tax Corps and the Wealthiest Americans, while negotiating Spending Cuts with ALL Parties affected...it WORKED, and produced a Budget SURPLUS to help pay down the National Debt...WITHOUT dismantling USAID. This not Fantasy...it's Reality. What Trump is doing will severely damage America's future...and I'm simply echoing the considered opinions of Nobel Prize Winners in Economics, to mention just a few of the many others with such knowledge and understanding. So who's the one lacking foresight and Critical Thinking, Ned?

As for the ND Magazine article...it speaks to the quality of Mercy toward others...regardless of whether or not they are immediate family members or neighbors...hence the connection to Foreign Aid.

On the Abortion Issue, I'll start another thread on it...and expect you to participate...and 'listen' to substantiated reasoning that justifies a woman's choice to have an Abortion under certain circumstances, that she alone must discern...without external interference...especially from government.

Now, here's an overview of why sole reliance on Private Charity won't work and why government agencies have been created and sustained by BOTH parties for decades...I've got to say, for an attorney, you don't always use your resources to the fullest when forming your opinions...case in point...how many of these real world factors did you consider?

This is just one example of why voters don't see any value in Libertarians as Mayors, Governors or Presidents...they are blind to the needs of others, and are much more comfortable throwing stones than getting their hands dirty negotiating compromises that produce Progress in making citizens' lives better.

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AI Overview

An over-reliance on volunteer charity is ineffective for solving large-scale social problems because it lacks consistency, is prone to systemic blind spots, and can undermine the dignity of recipients. While charities can provide valuable support for immediate needs, only governments have the scale and mandate to address systemic issues through comprehensive, consistent, and equitable programs.

Inconsistent and insufficient resources

Economic fluctuations: Donations and volunteer numbers often drop during economic downturns, precisely when the demand for charitable services is at its highest. A tight budget or job loss forces individuals to prioritize their own needs over charitable giving.

Variable donor priorities: Charitable support is often based on the priorities and whims of donors, leading to disproportionate funding for popular or media-friendly causes. This leaves vital but less visible causes underfunded.

Volunteer burnout and turnover: Many charities struggle with recruiting and retaining enough volunteers to meet their objectives. High turnover can reduce institutional knowledge and waste time and money on repeated training. The emotional and time demands of volunteering can also lead to burnout.
Systemic blind spots and inequities

Perpetuates inequality: The volunteer pool is often skewed toward more privileged demographics who can afford to donate their time. This can lead to a "white savior" mentality and an unequal power dynamic where volunteers may not fully understand the needs of the community they serve.

Lack of systemic change: Charity addresses the symptoms of poverty and inequality without fixing the root causes. For example, a food bank provides a meal but does not address a person's low wages, lack of access to affordable housing, or health problems.

Exclusion of vulnerable groups: Charities are not a comprehensive safety net. People who do not fit the specific, narrow criteria of a given charity or who lack a support system can fall through the cracks.

Shame and reduced dignity: Relying on charity can be shameful for recipients, who may feel like failures for needing assistance. This can be particularly damaging when receiving gifts without the means to reciprocate, which reinforces the giver's moral authority.

Institutional and management weaknesses

Management failures: Nonprofits face the same organizational challenges as for-profit businesses, including poor management, a lack of clear goals, and competing personal agendas among staff and volunteers.

Inadequate training and oversight: Some organizations fail to invest enough time and money in training volunteers, which can lead to ineffective programs or poor service delivery. In some cases, inexperienced or unscrupulous volunteers can cause harm, especially in unregulated international programs.

Lack of scalability: While charities can be very effective at addressing local and niche issues, they often cannot scale their efforts to meet the needs of an entire population. Governments have the resources and mandate to implement solutions on a national or regional scale.
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