"The only difference between compassionate conservatism and conservatism is that under compassionate conservatism they tell you they’re not going to help you but they’re really sorry about it.“
Defying the will of the majority of Utah voters, Gov. Gary Herbert signed into law a limited expansion of the Medicaid program, thereby excluding 60,000 Utahns from health insurance coverage.
In telling the story, Jesus doesn’t seem to be concerned with balancing compassion with frugality. Before lifting the man up, taking him to an inn, and paying for his care, the Samaritan doesn’t ask if the wounded man fell below the poverty line — or wonder if he is sufficiently self-reliant.