Whatever happened to personal responsiblity?

I just have to know. When did we stop being responsible for our own actions and taking care of ourselves? Nobody else should have to make less money because you don't have enough ambition or self-esteem to better yourself and position in life. The whole point of a capitalistic society is that it is perfectly in tune with human nature in that the majority (aka normal) of people want to better themselves and their financial position of themselves and their families. A capitalistic society allows for that through way of hard work and/or entrepreneurship. There of course those that wallow in self-pity at their minimum wage job and expect society to pick up the slack. Why? There are plenty of resources for these people to get off their asses and go to school or training to better themselves and their careers. in the forms of loans and grants. They just don't want to make the effort, or need to see someone about some anti-depressants.

There's a reason why socialism/communism has failed in the past and will continue to fail every time it is attempted no matter what label you want to put on it. There's a reason why capitalism flourishes when it isn't handicapped by governmental interference. Capitalism is totally in tune with human nature, while socialism/communism kills all practical incentives to work hard and efficiently. Socialistic societies lose their smartest and best people to other societies where they can actually be rewarded for what they have to offer.

Capitalism: I may be a cashier at Walmart now, but if I apply for a federal loan/grant and go to school for an actual useful degree I can better my career and lot in life.

Socialism/Communism: I wanted to be a doctor growing up, but why should I go to school for 12+ years, bust my ass for the amount I am eventually going to be compensated by the government for all my hard work? Not to mention the amount of stress once I do actually become a doctor. Maybe I should move to instead.

You cannot force human nature to change.