NPR, December 29, 2015: In Defense Of Food Stamps: Why The White House Sings SNAP’s Praises
“Among the programs in Ryan’s sights is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the federal government program also known as food stamps. But a few days after his speech, the White House came to SNAP’s defense. The Council of Economic Advisers published a report painting a picture of an effective, albeit limited, program that feeds the hungry and thwarts poverty.”