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N.Y. Post: Congress’ unconstitutional pay scam gets members $34K raises

New York Post, May 1, 2023 Congress’ unconstitutional pay scam gets members $34K raises by James Bovard Washington, DC, needs an emergency supply of snazzy sandwich boards announcing, “Will Legislate for Food.” A hunger crisis on Capitol Hill gave congressional leaders no choice but to trample the Constitution. Thanks to a backroom deal, House members […]

Food Stamp Use In On The Decline Under Trump, Here’s Why

Food stamps are a touchy subject for a lot of Americans, but they always seem to be in the news. Whether you agree with the current administration and believe that these benefits need to be reduced, or you are one of 41 million people in the country who use food stamps, the point still stands — the programs designed to help people in need are deteriorating all over the country. Are there fewer people who actually need these programs or are they simply falling apart when they’re needed most?