Not graduating from high school seems to have a significant impact on those who are needy. I used to think high school was difficult when I was a teenager, but compared to college classes: high school wasn’t that bad.

I’m worried about the social impact of Congress cutting financial aid for either political reasons or because we can no longer sell enough government bonds to continue our wars and welfare programs. I think that many of those who are used to getting a government check, and are not prepared for the work force, will probably become shoplifters. And the soup kitchens and food banks will have long lines.

A century ago, we had a generation of Americans that were insulted with the idea of welfare. They wanted the pride of earning a paycheck. I’m wondering what the hell happened to that American spirit of self-sufficiency. It still lives within me.

I’ve done many jobs that I didn’t like in order to survive. Any able-bodied person can do the same if they’re suffering from poverty. I wouldn’t decide to get a woman pregnant if I could barely get by with my paychecks.