Why did dems vote against it?
Not enough money for foodstamps and school lunches plus a requirement that people getting foodstamps be tested for drugs. Among other things.
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>Why did dems vote against it?
Because the handouts to their voters were too small. If our government truly only helped those that need it (seniors, crippled, unable to work), the democrat party would die.