What is Living Off The Government Tit?
1.
Literally, a low life that is able bodied, yet lives off government assistance. I.E.
In the film
The phrase is a reference to Lt. Dan's receiving a monthly stipen for the loss of his lower limbs.
In recent years, the term has a negative connotation and is often used to describe healthy welfare recipients that are able to work but choose not to because they are satisfied with their welfare checks for doing nothing.
The people living off the government tit are the largest voter pool for the democratic party.
Living off the government tit is free ride for people who realize government cheese is preferable to gainful employment.
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