It is hard not to agree with the fact that TANF is an essential program for families who want to get back on track. TANF, standing for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, provides territories with opportunities to implement programs aimed at helping low-income families to become economically self-sufficient. This initiative is used to finance monthly cash transfers to low-income families with children, as well as a broad range of various services.
Passing a drug test in order to be qualified to get help is a great idea. It is not unheard of that many people may try to commit fraud to get the money that is assigned to those in need to use it opportunistically. Granted, these people may still be in need, but when it comes to addiction, taking the first step in the right direction after years and years of darkness is always the hardest. So compulsory drug testing is definitely a way out in at least attempting to make certain that addicts are on the path to receiving assistance.
I also agree with the statement that drug abusers are not inherently bad people – it is just that something went wrong in their lives. Instead of ostracizing them, the government should strive to show them that not all is lost. However, employers obviously would need to be sure that their employees do not misuse while working in order to trust them with responsibilities, so drug tests are necessary. I personally liked the initiative to confront those who fail these tests and suggest that they get help instead of simply reprimanding them. That is the only way to move forward with the issue and encourage people to get better.