SNAP/EBT discussion thread

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Before the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), initially known as the Food Stamp Program, was established in 1964, low-income and disabled Americans relied on a patchwork of public and private assistance to avoid starvation.

Local governments and charities played significant roles. Soup kitchens, breadlines, and church-run charities provided meals and food baskets often organized within religious or community groups and pooled resources to support members with food.

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  • The 2024 Pew survey cited in the post reflects data collected late last year, showing 22% of Democrats and 10% of Republicans have received SNAP benefits.
  • New Mexico has the highest SNAP usage rate at 22.9% of its population, based on Pew's analysis.
 
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