"The recent shutdown of the government has prevented many SNAP recipients from receiving their funds, which allow them to purchase food. Approximately 42 million families are expected to experience food insecurity in November. Additionally, government employees aren't getting paid, so they may face food insecurity and many other problems. While the president is throwing lavish parties for the rich with your tax money, our local communities are working hard to make sure their citizens don't go hungry."
"New Yorker Magazine reported that the shutdown of USAID has resulted in the deaths of approximately 600,000 people, one-third of them children, the shareholders of Tesla awarded the architect of that carnage, already the wealthiest person on Earth, a compensation package that could make him the world's first trillionaire. Also on the same day SNAP benefits expired, creating food insecurity for 42 million Americans, the leader of this nation hosted a Great Gatsby-themed party, celebrating an era of ostentatious materialism and self-indulgence."
Government shutdowns have prevented many SNAP recipients from receiving funds that allow them to purchase food, leaving approximately 42 million families expected to face food insecurity in November. Unpaid government employees face similar risks and additional hardships. Wealthy elites receive lavish events and large compensation packages even as public benefits expire. USAID shutdowns have been linked to roughly 600,000 deaths, one-third children, according to reporting. Local communities are stepping in to address hunger. Leadership actions and public policies reflect national values and contribute to disproportionate harm to poorer citizens.
Read at The Mercury News
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