What government aid is the author referring to? The vast subsidies and tax loopholes offered to Big Oil, Corporations, and other filthy rich individuals who make billions off of Americans and give nothing back? They park all their money offshore in tax free sanctuaries.  Those are also government aid. Every corporation that does not pay employees a living wage is also subsidized by the government when those employees still qualify or SNAP, Medicaid, Fuel Assistance, and other programs. Who's left holding the bag? Everyone except the rich! If you want to talk about government aid start with the rich first!