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Don't shame those working and on SNAP benefits: [View all]
Over 71 million Americans are paid less than a living wage, and are forced into social safety nets like SNAP.
— Melanie D’Arrigo (@darrigomelanie.bsky.social) 2025-10-29T01:54:57.470Z
If you think too many people are receiving SNAP benefits, don’t shame them.
Shame their employers paying them poverty wages and forcing taxpayers to subsidize the rest.
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