I represent a Congressional district that has significant poverty. Almost 24 percent of my constituents are enrolled in SNAP.
Jim Costa: “I represent a Congressional district that has significant poverty. Almost 24 percent of my constituents are enrolled in…”
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Discussing the high poverty rate and SNAP enrollment in his district.
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