Whether or not Boeing or Airbus receive more govt. money is missing the point.
Here in the Colonies we have a saying that "A camel is a horse designed by a committee". Metaphorically, an Airbus is designed by a committee of national interests, each vying for a piece of the action. Boeing has become far more nimble in the marketplace, refusing to launch an all-new airplane until the right convergence of technology and market happens.
I wish Airbus well with the 380 - but it looks like a pretty limited near-term market. 6-8 years from now it may be a different story.