Melissa Day+FollowThe phoneShe had the newest iPhone. No case. No cracks. Perfect screen. She paid with SNAP, then FaceTimed someone while bagging groceries. People stared. No one said anything. I don’t know her finances. But I do know what everyone was thinking. Should appearances matter at all? #SNAPStigma #PovertyPerception #SocialJudgment #PublicBenefits10Share
Cody Richardson+FollowI’m on SNAP but I Pay Taxes — Why Don’t I “Deserve” Good Food?People think anyone on SNAP is a “leech.” But I pay taxes every month. I work full-time at a gas station. I contribute. My only crime is not earning enough. Last week I tried to buy a $12 piece of fish. A man behind me snickered, “Buying fish with government money? Shameful.” I froze. I almost put the fish back. But then I asked myself: I work. I pay taxes. I try my best. Why shouldn’t I eat something decent? SNAP isn’t perfect, but respect should be basic.** #ShowUsTheBill #SNAPStigma #PovertyShaming #CostOfLivingCrisis59141Share
