[Shawnee123]

We tend to forget what I like to call "The Forgotten Population" (I swear I'm going to do a My Turn for Newsweek out of this someday) meaning those who have not procreated but who are trying to make it on their own...and don't possess the skills or education to obtain jobs which give them even a modicum of financial security. This forgetfullness encompasses our tax system, our social help systems, and yes...federal and state educational financial aid. I see examples of this every day. The forgotten population of which I speak has a tax liability greater than zero (as opposed to tax liabilities of - $5000 which you receive in a handy dandy check), often cannot get help in cases of medical calamity, and you would be surprised at how very little you can make as a single and only qualify for federal stafford loans.

This is my (long time) soapbox, and I'm sticking to it.