Removing junk food from SNAP isn’t cruel, it’s remaining true to the program’s original purpose. Thoughts?
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Alyosha · 36-40, M
@Unefilletrescurieuse Then vote for the representatives who will punish the poor. It's the government's money, and it's theirs to appropriate as they see fit.
OriginalNedKelly · M
@Alyosha I am not sure you understand - the government has NO MONEY - it comes from people and companies that pay tax
Primary sources of government revenue
Income tax: Collected from individuals and businesses.
Company tax: Levied on the profits of corporations.
Other taxes: This includes payroll tax, land tax, customs and excise duties, and taxes on motor vehicles and gambling.
Primary sources of government revenue
Income tax: Collected from individuals and businesses.
Company tax: Levied on the profits of corporations.
Other taxes: This includes payroll tax, land tax, customs and excise duties, and taxes on motor vehicles and gambling.
Alyosha · 36-40, M
@OriginalNedKelly I'm not sure you understand. Every government levies taxes. The "it's the taxpayer's money!" is political rhetoric (sometimes well-intended) in liberal democracies that you bought hook, line, and sinker. Next time, make sure you include notes on your taxes on how the government spends the money they're taking.
OriginalNedKelly · M
@Alyosha Okay, why is the government in debt to 32 trillion dollars, not spent wisely