Tax The Rich or Cut Food Stamps?

"These cuts would be catastrophic for vulnerable older adults and their families," said NCOA President & CEO Jim Firman. "93% of SNAP benefits go to households below the poverty line, and 76% of SNAP households include an elderly person, child, or disabled person. Taking food out of the mouths of people living at or near the poverty level is unconscionable act, especially when the unemployment rate is so high." Watch this clip to find out where Cenk Uygur and Ana Kasparian come down on this issue. After Ana Kasparian presents the details of the story a fascinating debate breaks out among TYT staff over the details of the cuts. Should we tax the rich or cut food stamps, tell us what you think in the comment section below. Read more: http://news.yahoo.com/cuts-snap-food-program-devastating-struggling-older-adults-150213461.html Another article: http://thinkprogress.org/economy/2012/07/12/515504/house-committee-food-stamp-vote/ http://www.twitter.com/cenkuygur http://www.twitter.com/anakasparian Support The Young Turks by Subscribing http://bit.ly/TYTonYouTube Like Us on Facebook: Follow Us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/theyoungturks