Modern Poverty in America Includes A.C. and an Xbox (federal government, claims)

[HappyTexan]

Originally Posted by jojajn

So exactly what are those "luxury items" owned by the poor; An old used Xbox probably worth $15 dollars at a rummage sale? An old window AC unit? What?

That's your opinion..those are all your opinions of what they have.
We don't know whether it's old and used or brand new.

[HappyTexan]

Originally Posted by jojajn

When I see concrete proof that this is the case, I will agree with you.

The only people I know of that did this are the Wall Street Executives.

Your mind is made up on who the demons are here and there won't be any changing it, not even government survey statistics.

[brokensky]

Originally Posted by HappyTexan

That's your opinion..those are all your opinions of what they have.
We don't know whether it's old and used or brand new.

Or stolen

[jojajn]

Originally Posted by HappyTexan

That's your opinion..those are all your opinions of what they have.
We don't know whether it's old and used or brand new.

A used Xbox on Amazon for $35.

Amazon.com: Used and New: Microsoft Xbox - Video Game Console

[h0tmess]

Yet the ones defending this are saying nothing about expensive cable and cell phone plans..why is that?

[jojajn]

Originally Posted by HappyTexan

Your mind is made up on who the demons are here and there won't be any changing it, not even government survey statistics.

Lets see those government surveys that show exactly what poor people own while receiving government assistance.

This should include items not received by gifts or bought used at a cheap price.

Thank you and I look forward to reviewing these statistics.

[jojajn]

Originally Posted by h0tmess

Yet the ones defending this are saying nothing about expensive cable and cell phone plans..why is that?

Does having a TV or cell phone translate into cable and cell phone plans?

[HappyTexan]

Originally Posted by jojajn

Lets see those government surveys that show exactly what poor people own while receiving government assistance.

This should include items not received by gifts or bought used at a cheap price.

Thank you and I look forward to reviewing these statistics.

So comment then on the ongoing expenses of cable TV and cellphone plans.
Obviously they are not the FREE ones if they are expenses.

Funny...you demand more proof than the government provided so until then we should assume the government lied ?

[coastalgirl]

Originally Posted by jojajn

A used Xbox on Amazon for $35.

Amazon.com: Used and New: Microsoft Xbox - Video Game Console

As others have stated, why should someone in a poverty situation have their basic needs supplied for free while enjoying disposable income?

Also, buying something from Amazon would necessitate having internet access and a credit card. Again, luxuries - WANTS vs. NEEDS.

[brokensky]

Originally Posted by HappyTexan

Your mind is made up on who the demons are here and there won't be any changing it, not even government survey statistics.

Remember the gal on CNN shouting in the street, thanking God Almighty that Obama had been elected, cause now she knew her heating bill and rent were gonna be paid, lol.

I guess for some folks, the Promised Land arrived last Presidential election. And it appears those same folks are still thanking God Almighty for the hand outs and blaming crooks on Wall Street for regulations passed by Congress and by Executive Order (i.e. Pres. Obama).

Oh yea, Wall Street screwed us over, but Uncle Sam was in line right behind 'em, lol.