MSNBC Velshi August 22, 2021 13:11:00
Put real strain on the s.n.a.p. program. for far too long, the benefits of the s.n.a.p. program have lagged behind the actual cost of living. most families on s.n.a.p. typically run out of food. three-quarters of families exhaust their benefits within the first two weeks of a month's cycle. according to the urban institute, the maximum s.n.a.p. benefit falls well short of covering the cost of even a modestly priced meal in 96% of counties in america. so the fact that the president is providing the largest benefit increase to s.n.a.p. recipients is a game changer for those who live in places li...