Just the opposite, John. When gov't gets into the charity business it drives out Catholic Charities, Lutheran Services, any number Left, Right or Center. Then the gov't demand that if a certain church organizations wants to get funding to continue their mission, they have to follow gov't guidelines. Many Christo-centric programs are very successful, but because of these stipulations, lose a lot of effectiveness.

I believe the individual knows best how to spend/donate/waste better than any bureaucrat. It is why I advocate for unlimited charitable contributions be given to ANY qualified organization. If you think Planned Parenthood does an admirable job, as many in Hollywood do, let them fund it to their hearts content. But, let it be up to the individual.