How would America handle socialistic programs being shut down?

[KungKras]

HappySqurriel said:

KungKras said:
Would lead to more desperate people, more homeless people, slums, skyrocketing crime rates.... just off the top of my head.

I suggest you investigate the world of the 1950s and compare that to your assumptions ... It had a tiny fraction of the social programs we have today and a far lower incidence of the problems you fear.

It also had an excellent and well-funded education system among other things.

I'll get back to it. I'll have to find a place to read about exactly how policy looked in the 50's.