Welfare Abusers In This State Just Got Some Horrible News Despite efforts from the government, the number of Americans dependent on assistance has grown significantly in the past few years. Could that have anything to do with the failing leadership in the Obama administration? Now, Maine has decided to step up on its own to take action, discontinuing 6,500 people from welfare roles by passing legislation that requires recipients to actually work. Able, single individuals without children are required to either volunteer for 20 hours a week or take an employment training course before they will be eligible to receive welfare. We must continue to do all that we can to eliminate generation poverty and get people back to work, Governor Paul LePage announced. We must protect our limited resources for those who are truly in need and who are doing all they can to be self-sufficient. What do you think of the legislation? Do you support Maines efforts to eliminate welfare leeches? 