Editor: I get really tired of the knee-jerk reactions of special interest groups against any new idea. But such is the state of our system of democracy today. What we need are solutions to problems that such organizations can accommodate — give a little.
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McClatchy Washington Bureau McClintock food stamp limits too strict even for other RepublicansMcClatchy Washington BureauCalifornia Republican Rep. Tom McClintock doesn't believe his party's controversial plan to stiffen work requirements for food stamp recipients goes far enough. But his proposal to require even more people to work for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance …and more » More: continued here
MaltaPost has announced the withdrawal from circulation of Lm – denominated stamps and their exchange for dual currency ( €/Lm) denominated stamps. More: continued here
WLS-TV Thousands in Illinois lose food stamps after computer system changeWLS-TVA certain number of people who receive food stamps lose benefits each month because of missed deadlines or ineligibility, The Chicago Tribune reported, but that number grew significantly after the second phase began in October. With the old system, the …and more » More: continued here
SYS-CON Media Study: Low-income Minnesotans skip food helpDaily Republic, SDAP – Tuesday, March 03, 2009 A study says tens of thousands of low-income Minnesotans eligible for food assistance are failing to tap available food shelves, food stamps and meal programs. The study, commissioned by the Second Harvest Heartland food …Minnesotans missing at least 125 million meals…
Stamp club to meet July 1Hannibal.netThe Quinsippi Stamp Club will meet at 7 pm Wednesday, July 1, at the Good Samaritan Home, 2130 Harrison in Quincy, Ill. Club members are to bring their …and more » More: continued here
'Octomom': I'm back on food stamps for 14 kidsFresno BeeAP LOS ANGELES — "Octomom" Nadya Suleman says financial troubles as she tries to raise 14 children have put her back on food stamps. Suleman said Thursday that she's been forced to break her vow to refuse public assistance and has received $2000 in … More:…