Reply #156: I'm talking about social programs that government would fund and support. Such programs must compete

[jody]

against all other government programs for a finite budget.

Unless a particular program is related to an inalienable right, then a simple majority of society through their elected representatives must approve each program.

Given that society does support and fund welfare programs for children whose parents cannot support them, then don't be surprised if society attaches strings to such programs.