Should SNAP Benefits Pay for Soda and Candy?

Should SNAP Benefits Pay for Soda and Candy?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should states ban the use of food assistance benefits for purchasing candy and soda? A growing number of states are reconsidering what SNAP benefits should — and shouldn’t — cover, with Oklahoma now banning the purchase of candy and sugary drinks using food assistance. Michael breaks down the arguments on both sides: public health advocates who say taxpayers shouldn’t subsidize chronic disease, and critics who warn of stigma, slippery slopes, and government overreach into personal choices. With data, real-world examples, and a sharp look at unintended consequences, this episode asks whether limiting SNAP purchases promotes nutrition — or simply polices poverty. Listen here, then vote at Smerconish.com! And please rate, review, and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Det här avsnittet är hämtat från ett öppet RSS-flöde och publiceras inte av Podme. Det kan innehålla reklam.

Avsnitt(1896)

Today's Poll Question: Trump’s Next Move In Iran - Escalation or Ending?

Today's Poll Question: Trump’s Next Move In Iran - Escalation or Ending?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which comes next in the war with Iran—escalation or an ending? Michael Smerconish breaks down President Trump’s latest address outlining the rationale for U.S....

2 Apr 10min

Trump Threatens NATO Exit and Prepares Iran Update: Admiral Stavridis & Mark Halperin Weigh In

Trump Threatens NATO Exit and Prepares Iran Update: Admiral Stavridis & Mark Halperin Weigh In

Admiral James Stavridis Mark Halperin's Morning Meeting Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 Apr 34min

Today's Poll Question: Should place of birth, or the citizenship of parents decide US citizenship?

Today's Poll Question: Should place of birth, or the citizenship of parents decide US citizenship?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which should determine US citizenship, the place of birth or the citizenship of one's parents? Michael Smerconish breaks down the high-stakes legal and politic...

1 Apr 13min

Is Birthright Citizenship at Risk? Inside the Supreme Court Battle

Is Birthright Citizenship at Risk? Inside the Supreme Court Battle

Visit SCOTUSblog here. In this episode, Michael and Amy unpack: -The origins of birthright citizenship (Dred Scott → 14th Amendment → Wong Kim Ark) -What “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” really m...

31 Mars 30min

Today's Poll Question: Is a Straight White Christian Man the Democrats’ Best Shot in 2028?

Today's Poll Question: Is a Straight White Christian Man the Democrats’ Best Shot in 2028?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Is the Democratic Party's best chance of winning the White House in 2028 a straight, white Christian man? Michael Smerconish examines a quietly intensifying de...

31 Mars 10min

From Pentagon Prayers to Packed Churches: Is Religion Reshaping America?

From Pentagon Prayers to Packed Churches: Is Religion Reshaping America?

Visit Michael's Mingle Project Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

30 Mars 30min

Today's Poll Question: Now a month in to war, is Iran more or less likely to use a nuke?

Today's Poll Question: Now a month in to war, is Iran more or less likely to use a nuke?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: After a month of watching this war, based on Iran's actions, do you now believe they'd be more or less likely to use a nuke if they had one? Michael Smerconish...

30 Mars 9min

Revisiting 'Lone Survivor': Truth, Myth, and Operation Red Wings

Revisiting 'Lone Survivor': Truth, Myth, and Operation Red Wings

Find R.m. Schneiderman's work on Substack. Hear Michael's book club podcast episode with Marcus Luttrell here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

27 Mars 45min

Populärt inom Politik & nyheter

motiv
svenska-fall
aftonbladet-krim
p3-krim
aftonbladet-daily
flashback-forever
politiken
rss-sanning-konsekvens
rss-vad-fan-hande
rss-krimstad
rss-krimreportrarna
krimmagasinet
spar
grans
spotlight
svd-ledarredaktionen
blenda-2
olyckan-inifran
rss-flodet
rss-frandfors-horna