I propose replacing all government assistance programs with community service programs.
This means anyone who is in need of assistance (TANF, housing, childcare, food, medical, education, utilities, etc.) would have to provide at least 10 hours of community service work per week to receive benefits.
The person should be allowed to decide what sort of community service work they will do. If they can not decide, the state can provide options amongst institutions that have a need for volunteer work. I emphasize having the person choose what work they will do instead of the state placing them into positions. The government would communicate with the business/institution to track the hours of service.
This includes all government loan programs. Especially student loans. I believe former students could erase their student loan debt if the government took over their loan in exchange for volunteer work.
I think this would lead to people gaining more skills and experience to become more valuable workers. This would allow people to negotiate for better jobs and better wages so they will not need government assistance.
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