Debunking Welfare Myths: The Reality of TANF and Temporary Assistance

Why Social Safety Nets Are Lifelines, Not Loopholes, for Families in Crisis

I guess by now I shouldn’t be, but I’m still surprised when people tell me they are worried about abuse of our social safety nets. I don’t know where this is coming from. It’s not like the benefits you get should you qualify are amazing. In most cases, they’re barely enough to live on. Families, like mine, who are getting these benefits still often supp…