EDITORIAL: Should the federal government pay for Hurricane Harvey recovery?
Who should pay for
That's our Question of the Week for readers.
Specifically, what should the federal government's role be in helping
Should taxpayers be willing to foot the bill for fellow Americans in distress? Should we be willing to help, but with limits? Or is providing disaster relief not a proper role for taxpayers and government at all?
Are small-government
This is an eternal debate. In 1887, President
Would federal aid be a hand up or a handout?
How should Californians view this, since our leaders might ask for federal relief after the next major earthquake?
Email your thoughts to [email protected]. Please include your full name and city or community of residence. Provide a daytime phone number. Or, if you prefer, share your views in the comments section that accompanies this article online.
We'll publish as many responses as possible.
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