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Massachusetts U.S. Rep James McGovern: "But lets dig deeper. A majority of that 1/3 work. They just earn so little they still qualify for food..."

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James McGovern tweeted the following:

"But lets dig deeper. A majority of that 1/3 work. They just earn so little they still qualify for food assistance.

Let's say that again, nice and slow: the majority of people on SNAP who are able to work do work."
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Here are other recent tweets from James McGovern:

"First, let's talk about work requirements.
43% of SNAP recipients are children.
16% of SNAP recipients are seniors.
10% of SNAP recipients are people with disabilities.
That means less than 1/3 of SNAP recipients are people who are expected to work."
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"I've had enough of Washington Republicans trying to cut programs that actually help peoplelike SNAPso they can give more tax breaks to their rich friends.
Here's a math lesson for @RepArrington & others who want to take food away from hungry people.
washingtonpost.com/us-policy/2023"
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"Thank you, CENTRO, for always showing up for our community and not being afraid to do the work.
This mornings legislative breakfast was a productive session, and I will always be wind at your back to help our neighbors and make our community stronger." on Feb. 17
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