The first tier would apply to everyone regardless; coupons for the essentials of life. Food, water and accommodation, plus free public transportation for those that don't have an income. But I believe discretionary spending should not be at the cost of the taxpayer. I'm happy to give 30% plus of my income to the government, but pissed whenever I hear about welfare fraud or being spent on alcohol, cigarettes or gambling. We are smart enough to come up with a system that doesn't allow these things. The second-tier of support should also be extended to every one; the government should offer an unlimited number of jobs on the minimum wage (less an allowance for benefit accrued from the first tier) to the unemployed. I'll elaborate on this idea at some other time. 