An EBT Crisis?

camille70 said:

JB Pritzker on SNAP. I haven't seen collaboration for this claim, but sad if true. Unused benefits are viewed as unneeded benefits, but if someone had managed to hold some back in anticipation of the shutdown, they won't have access to them.

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This unfortunate situation is a lesson for all because it’s bigger than SNAP. It’s dangerous to put yourself in the enemy’s hands and expect him to do the right thing. We don’t own the programs, businesses, schools, banks, etc. We need to have more conversations about financial autonomy. We’re too dependent society wise on entities that don’t have our best interests at heart.

It’s no longer a question of self-sufficiency but the necessity of living and thinking differently. Which applies in many areas including our work, home, food, community, etc. The way forward is by going back to simpler times with greater involvement and mutual support. We can’t assume a certain end anymore because things are changing fast.

I saw this photo earlier and posted it. The campaign appeared in America and the UK. Maybe it’s me. But how many ways does someone need to show you you’re unimportant before you accept they’re not kidding?

~bella

camille70 said:

They changed the title of the article but not the url.

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Editor's note: This article previously reported on some videos that appear to have been generated by AI without noting that. This has been corrected.

That's pretty mild given the magnitude of the changes made in the article.

The archived original includes some details on some of the avenues by which the video went viral.

Fox News contributor Brett Cooper discussed the woman’s comments on her YouTube channel, calling the video "insane" before commenting, "That is [her] responsibility… It is not [the] American taxpayers fault that you have seven baby daddies who will not step up and help you pay the grocery bills."

Honestly, the fact that you would believe a statement like this is authentic tells us a lot about the bubble you live in:

"I have seven different baby daddies and none of ‘em no good for me," she said.

essentialsaltes said:

Elsewhere in Southern California, leaders are trying to provide impacted people with resources.

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Not just California. But not everywhere. See if you can infer a general pattern

SNAP Benefits Government Shutdown: Full list of what states are doing to help families​

Alabama SNAP Benefits​

The governor's office says the state does not have the resources to fund SNAP benefits. The mayor of Birmingham announced the city will use $1 million for a reserve fund to help feed families.

Arizona SNAP Benefits​

Gov. Katie Hobbs announced a plan on Oct. 29 to use $1.8 million in state funds to shore up food banks and fund a temporary emergency fresh food program.

Arkansas SNAP Benefits​

Nebraska SNAP Benefits​

Tennessee SNAP Benefits​

Texas SNAP Benefits​

The state isn't tapping its own money but has directed beneficiaries to a list of food banks and other organizations that can help.

California SNAP Benefits​

The state is forwarding $80 million to food banks and also using National Guard to help at the food banks. [many local governments also providing assistance]

Illinois SNAP Benefits​

Gov. JB Pritzker plans to sign an executive order on Oct. 30 ordering the state to work with food pantries, grocers, community-based groups, universities and other to lessen the impact. He also intends to send an additional $20 million to food banks from a fund lawmakers set up earlier in 2025.

Louisiana SNAP Benefits​

Gov. Jeff Landry signed an executive order Oct. 24 and called for state funding of SNAP benefits,. Lawmakers on Oct. 29 authorized using $150 million in state funding to avoid an interruption in SNAP benefits.

Maine SNAP Benefits​

Gov. Janet Mills has directed her administration to explore alternatives to assist SNAP beneficiaries and also announced $1.25 million to support anti-hunger programs.

Maryland SNAP Benefits​

Gov. Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Oct. 30 and made $10 million available to food banks and other organizations.

Missouri SNAP Benefits​

Gov. Mike Kehoe announced Oct. 29 that he has directed $10.6 million to go toward providing meals to seniors and another $5 million to help food banks.

Georgia SNAP Benefits​

Florida SNAP Benefits​

Idaho SNAP Benefits​

Indiana SNAP Benefits​

Kansas SNAP Benefits​

Kentucky SNAP Benefits​

South Dakota SNAP Benefits​

Utah SNAP Benefits​

[State] has not announced plans to make up for SNAP cuts.

FAITH-IN-HIM said:

How can you provide proof on a tax form that you financially assisted your neighbor in order to receive a tax deduction?

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I shouldnt need to. If we are going to ask people to help others we have to allow people to help others. Its interesting to note that the hue and cry is we need to help. Yet rhe ONLY way to help is through charities which keep a.LOT of money for the organization or through taxes which ALSO keep.a ton of money with only a portion going to the needy. If Americans were allotted a certain dollar amount of being able to donate and help others without having to prove it would cause a lot of people to actually fet involved because it would be more peraonal to them. I mean me helping my poor neighbor with buying groceries is far more satisfying than paying out taxes to help my neighbor. That personal contact is huge. Of course you could still give to charities if you wanted, but having a choice would probably cauae more people to help each other.

Some retailers would like to help, but that's illegal.

(While I understand the fundamental fairness that's the issue here -- this would certainly be one way to get SNAP money to go further, in general. Kinda like having 'reduced lunch' at school.)