The Unemployed?
Utah Senator Orrin Hatch recently proposed legislation that would require people receiving unemployment benefits to be tested for drug use.
What do you think? Should those seeking unemployment benefits be subjected to drug testing?
Comments
1. Brandon said...
I think restrictions and requirements are necessary.Those willing to accept public dollars should have no problem with drug testing.it is a condition of my employment in the private sector.
3. Randy said...
Big Brother raising his ugly head again.How about drug testing as a requirement for a driver's license?Bus pass? How far will this go?
4. Tariq said...
We are going to spend more unemployment tax dollars while cutting off unemployment benefits to taxpayers. SMH
5. Robert Brown said...
"A lot of people are saying, 'Hey, it's about time. Why do we keep giving money to people who are going to go use it on drugs instead of their families?'" Hatch said.
The goal, he said, is to get users into treatment.
This is some pure unadulterated bullsh*t!
7. Sherman said...
Yes.Only drug users should have a problem with this.Unemployment benefits are a privilege,not a right.
9. Brian said...
Robert hit the nail on the head.How dare they stereotype a whole set of people.Do the plan to drug test Congress?
10. Bill said...
I don't have a problem with it.BTW,you are as stunning and beautiful as your are talented and intelligent.Great commentaries. I am a regular WCLM listener.I read your column in the newspaper.Did not know that you were based in Richmond.Sorry to run on,but you are a shining star and I wish you all the best.
11. Ted said...
YES
12. Dennis said...
The community is backing this.I support them.This will not affect law abiding citizens.
13. Dj3 said...
This is a sign of things to come.
14. Tiffany said...
Did the country look down on the unemployed after the Great Depression?Did we accuse them of being drunks and addicts?This neo-conservative crap is driving me crazy.
15. Tank said...
What is most amazing is the fact that Utah voters have "enthusiastically"backed this stupid ass proposal.Nothing like kicking someone when they are down.
16. Biz said...
Why would anyone have a problem with putting restrictions on tax dollars to ensure that the recipients are at least drug free and ready for the workplace prior to recieving compensation.
17. BillBo said...
Yes they should be tested. I have to work for my check and I have to be tested.
18. paddle foot said...
I guess the whole country will be tested after they legalize drugs. Get use to it even if you do work in the private sector.
19. cincinatti jesse said...
Drug screens for truckers average over 100 dollars.A screen for everyone receiving benefits is a colossal waste of taxpayer dollars.Would they test once or monthly.This is crazy.
21. Jeff said...
The people have spoken
23. Dave said...
Yep...and they should have a chip implanted to ensure that they are job hunting everyday....Hatch should lead by example and be at the front of the line
25. Tyrone said...
Where do ya'll think this money is comin from? When we go buy cigarettes, MD2020, Gas and so forth, the price goes up so we can cover these entitlements. Raise up America! Get a job or make a job fo yourself! You CAN do it! I have! YES WE CAN!!! We don't need da other man (the government).
26. kenyatta+yamel said...
If there should be drug testing, let's start with Congress. Senator Hatch is proposing a reckless expansion of government authority into the lives of people who are collecting benefits that they've earned as a result of their previous work. But it's easy to make suggestions like that when are a multi-millionaire with a guaranteed pension.
27. wayne said...
Why not stop the drugs from coming into this country? The drug addicts will find a way to get drugs even if they have to rob, steal, and kill.
2. James said...
Abolutely! YES!
6/28/2010