The Associated Press GOP wants to cut food stamps in deficit-trim driveThe Associated PressBy ANDREW TAYLOR, AP – 6 hours ago WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans controlling the House are eying big cuts to food stamps as they piece together legislation to trim $261 billion from the federal budget over the …
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WASHINGTON – Republicans controlling the House are eyeing big cuts to food stamps as they piece together legislation to trim $261 billion from the federal budget in the next decade, hoping to forestall major Pentagon cutbacks. More: continued here
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It's literally a race against the clock now for anyone who hasn't submitted their 2011 taxes yet. Extensions need to be filed before the clock strikes twelve too. More: continued here
Read More »Tax Day at the Post Office – WOI
The Waterland Blog (blog) Tax Day at the Post OfficeWOIGary Elliston has a special job for this special day at the Main Des Moines Post Office on 2nd Avenue. It's Tax Day, and he is hand-collecting tax returns, and all mail, to get folks in and out as fast as …
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Food Stamps Helped Many Families Weather The RecessionWBURFood stamps have long been a favorite whipping boy of politicians looking to beat up on government spending. But the massive food-assistance program does help keep people out of poverty, according to new research. Food stamp benefits led to a decline …and more » …
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