Re:Brazil's government-run payments system has become dominant
by rcxdude on Wednesday April 09, 2025 @05:05AM
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Indeed, and there's usually a reason why they're on the street instead of going to those organizations (justifiable to a random other person or not).
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Re:Brazil's government-run payments system has become dominant
by mulderc on Saturday April 12, 2025 @06:15PM
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My experience is they are already using those services but most of those services can only provide so much. In my state most people on the street already have Medicaid and food stamps but it isn’t like that is enough to get you a place to live or a job. The programs and services available can keep someone alive but are rarely comprehensive enough to deal with chronic mental and physical health issues that impact the ability of someone to thrive in a market economy. Even the most rightwing 20th century economist recognized that the state will need to step in for housing and employment for some part of the population.