Away Quote by Louie Gohmert
“It began to really eat away with me that in the '60s the federal government, desiring to help poor moms who were dealing with deadbeat dads, decided, 'We'll help: we'll give a check for every child you can have out of wedlock.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Remarks, 2023
The quote criticizes a past policy that unintentionally encouraged births outside marriage by offering financial incentives, highlighting unintended social consequences.
In simple terms: A policy meant to help ended up rewarding having children without marriage.
Key Takeaway
Consider how incentives can produce opposite outcomes.
Themes
policy
social welfare
family dynamics
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
social commentary
When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- social services planning
- public policy analysis
Key Concepts
unintended consequences
government intervention
poverty alleviation
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternative solutions could better support single mothers?
- How do cultural attitudes affect policy effectiveness?
A Different Perspective
The statement may oversimplify complex socioeconomic factors.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
