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To: NCLaw441
But those on the government teat should not get name brand stuff, nor luxury items like lobster, etc. when many of those who pay the taxes don’t buy that kind of items.

I don't disagree. But to get that changed you'll have to do something about the food industry lobbyists who block any changes in policy.

I do not agree with those who spout off saying ban all prepared food. Many of these people do not have the skills to cook from scratch (I certainly wouldn't) and nationwide training is not feasible. That would be a multi-billion-dollar program in itself. Also, a fraction of recipients do have genuine medical or disability limitations that make this unrealistic.

45 posted on 06/19/2013 11:41:50 AM PDT by steve86 (Acerbic by Nature, not Nurture™)
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To: steve86

Everyone should know how to cook a little. it isn’t that hard. If you can afford to eat out or buy prepared food for every meal that is your choice. My wife prefers to make most of our meals, although we could afford to eat out if we chose.

But if you are getting your food from your fellow citizens, it isn’t unfair to require that you learn to make macaroni and government cheese.


47 posted on 06/19/2013 12:17:06 PM PDT by NCLaw441
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To: steve86

Those with disability limitations and the elderly already have an alternative in my area. It’s called Meals On Wheels.


49 posted on 06/19/2013 12:36:16 PM PDT by RGVTx
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