Would you Date Someone Living Off Disability?

[Austrian Econ Disciple]

Now that we all agree, do you believe there's a difference between refusing to date this type of person, yet sticking with a spouse that has been diagnosed with cancer and is unable to work. I was told there is no difference and that supporting the later, but not the former is "discrimination."

Once again, THIS IS JUST THEORETICAL and these peeps are hardcore lefties. They want disability to be given to everyone that wants it (even aliens) and have a Jill Stein-like belief when it comes to working. In other words, refusing disability and making people work is considered "workfare."

Discrimination lol...I bet these same people don't even realize they discriminate every goddamn day. How else do you sift through potential partners? That guy's lazy - check him off. That guy's fat - check him off. That guy's fucking ugly as - check him off. That's not discrimination? lol. I hate just chucking words out there assuming some negative connotation. Really irritating people who give their own views no thought whatsoever.

 

[mtr1979]

To me it comes down this: I have enough problems supporting myself. Why would I want to increase my burden babysitting someone else who will contribute nothing to the relationship?

 

[anaconda]

Yes.

 

[Origanalist]

No.

 

[I<3Liberty]

To me it comes down this: I have enough problems supporting myself. Why would I want to increase my burden babysitting someone else who will contribute nothing to the relationship?

Right, it would be like committing yourself to babysitting this make-believe person, but they're like "What if something happens to your future spouse and he can't work?" I went on to say that that's different because it's unexpected, out of their control, and you have a commitment to be with your spouse though sickness and health. They then went on with the discrimination crap.

Yes.

 

[Origanalist]

I got a guy really pissed at me a couple weeks back by suggesting that the seven years he has been on disability has made him a welfare recipient. I think seven years is long enough to find a occupation that fits your physical abilities.

 

[bolil]

it wouldn't be a disqualifier in my book.

 

[heavenlyboy34]

I got a guy really pissed at me a couple weeks back by suggesting that the seven years he has been on disability has made him a welfare recipient. I think seven years is long enough to find a occupation that fits your physical abilities.

Ya never know. There are some crazy disabilities out there. (like being born quadraplegic or getting massive chunks of your body blown off by an IED or something)

 

[erowe1]

I got into a PEACEFUL argument with some people on this topic.

Would you date a person whom refuses to work because they get more through gov-issued disability? Better yet, would you marry this person even though they refuse to work or take on the homemaker-type duties?

If the answer is "no" would you consider yourself a heartless libertarian? You can imagine where this argument went (I was the only libertarian in the room.)

How does the part "or take on the homemaker-type duties" fit into this? That suggests it's an aversion to all work, and not just a calculation that govt. disability is more lucrative.

If it's just about the taking of money from the government, then that by itself wouldn't be a problem to me. But if they're really lazy, that would be.

 

[I<3Liberty]

How does the part "or take on the homemaker-type duties" fit into this? That suggests it's an aversion to all work, and not just a calculation that govt. disability is more lucrative.

If it's just about the taking of money from the government, then that by itself wouldn't be a problem to me. But if they're really lazy, that would be.

It suggests an aversion to both paid work to financially support oneself and the rest of the family, as well as other duties that come along with owning a house or having kids.

The taking money from gov part shows that they aren't just lazy, they're also reliant on others to fulfill their basic needs. Their laziness and inability to care for personal expenses shows a lack of ambition and commitment necessary for a relationship (especially as a spouse and parent.)

 

[dannno]

What if they are on disability because they got shot by the police during a no-knock raid on the wrong house?

 

[RickyJ]

I got into a PEACEFUL argument with some people on this topic.

Would you date a person whom refuses to work because they get more through gov-issued disability? Better yet, would you marry this person even though they refuse to work or take on the homemaker-type duties?

If the answer is "no" would you consider yourself a heartless libertarian? You can imagine where this argument went (I was the only libertarian in the room.)

It depends on their disability. If they are truly disabled and can't work, and you still wanted to date them, I don't see what the problem would be. However, if they are not really disabled and just don't want to work, then you should not date them. The third possibility is that they aren't disabled, have run out of unemployment, and they are trying desperately to get a job but can't get one. If they are in this third category I wouldn't blame them for faking a disability and would consider dating them.

 

[anaconda]

@I<3Liberty: How does my answer make me a troll? (re: your octopus in comment #25)

 

[MelissaWV]

Would you date a person whom refuses to work because they get more through gov-issued disability?

Some of you keep going back to "well what if they're really disabled?!" as if this question were not part of the post.

The hypothetical person in question can be inferred to have the ability to work, but they are choosing not to because they make more by collecting benefits. As a follow-up, they are also not doing anything to help around the house. In other words, they are a leech.

 

[pcosmar]

Once again, THIS IS JUST THEORETICAL

Well,, I ain't dating,,or looking,, but theoretically,,

If I was dating, It would be because I don't know the person.. So I might date them.

Though I may not continue the relationship past that,, it would depend on the person and circumstances.

 

[satchelmcqueen]

if someone wouldnt work when they were able, yet drew disability or not, i wouldnt bother with them at all. it shows a lot about them to steal from the system.

 

[Nirvikalpa]

Huge difference. If one cannot see it, they are most likely either acting stupid or are stupid.



What's wrong with discrimination?

For one, it's not so Christianly.

 

[eduardo89]

For one, it's not so Christianly.

Where'd you get that bullshit from?

Yes, Christians should be kind and compassionate, but that does not mean we should be tolerant. Tolerance is no virtue. That's the problem with Christianity today, it's lost it's militant roots and become a pussified "Jesus loves you the way you are, even if you continually sin against Him" distortion of the true Faith.

 

[heavenlyboy34]

if someone wouldnt work when they were able, yet drew disability or not, i wouldnt bother with them at all. it shows a lot about them to steal from the system.

Is stealing from a thief/gang of thieves really theft?

 

[Anti Federalist]

Do you have any contact info?

LOL - Your presence has been sorely missed.

Have some rep.