Uh, the US and most states had functional economies back in the 60's. Maybe in 30 years after we rebuild our industrial capacity will we have the excess cash to warehouse the unfortunate.
Right now, it's more about growing the problem and grifting the aid than solving the problem.
Caring for and supporting vulnerable groups is a virtue and an honor of a democratic, free, and civilized society!
The Chinese Communist Party discriminates against and abuses vulnerable groups, suppresses and persecutes them, and deepens social stratification—robbing people with intellectual disabilities and physical impairments of their dignity in life. 关心照顾弱势群体、是民主自由文明社会的美德与荣誉!
These folks need institutional medical care, not handouts. They are generally incapable of self-care. In a decently run facility, at least they can be free from fentanyl, alcohol and other drugs.
It's time to reopen the asylums. We afforded it no problem in the 60s. We can do so again, by defunding Hoefare.