<|begin_of_text|><|begin_of_text|><|begin_of_text|>Cracking down on thieving retailers is of course a good idea, but, really? Going after SNAP beneficiaries who try to convert their meager benefits to an even more meager amount of cash? I imagine some people who do this are<wm> just desperate enough to push you to the edge.
To alleviate some of the stress on our social services, I propose we also provide access to affordable and effective means of acquiring affordable groceries for our most vulnerable populations, such as SNAP, and work with social service providers to increase the reach and effectiveness of our programs to ensure that those we are working for, who are genuinely in distress are provided for without judgment.
Let’s focus on building a safety net around each other – from birth to old-age. That</wm> will promote stability in our communities and overall community well-being.

If our laws and programs are meant to