If one works for it, then gives it back in taxes, one has nothing left to reinvest in new business, creating new jobs, creating more opportunities for the poor to earn their living and take their own shot at wealth-building.
You can say that because you're not poor. (I'm not getting into politics here) But for the people who grow up in poverty, they have more obstacles to face, and less ability to face them with. Yes, some money should be given to the poor for their education and health. Why do you think most of the time wealthy kids are smarter than poverty stricken kids?
I agree that we shouldn't sway towards communism, but aid should be given to the poorer through education and health care. Perhaps the government should put more money in providing conseling services to the poorer people too.
Saying "It's you're own darn fault you're poor!" is being arrogant and INGNORANT, IMO.