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Massachusetts U.S. Rep James McGovern: "First, let's talk about work requirements. 43% of SNAP recipients are children. 16% of SNAP recipients..."

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James McGovern tweeted the following:

"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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Here are other recent tweets from James McGovern:

"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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"From how Congress works & climate change, to school meals & community service, Paxton Center School students were focused on how they could be a part of solutions.
Talking with young people always give me hope. And the students at Paxton prove America is in the right hands." on Feb. 17
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