Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 27, 2017
I am tired of the perception that somehow everybody on SNAP is lazy or doesn't want to work.
Said by
Jim McGovern
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Defending SNAP recipients against negative stereotypes.

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