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GoCubsGo

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4. You can't use WIC benefits for those items.

Reply to underpants (Reply #3)

Tue Dec 30, 2025, 03:35 PM

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But, those are different from SNAP, which had few, if any, restrictions before now, if I'm not mistaken. I do recall various asshole Republicans trying to ban shrimp/seafood, steak, and other items they deemed as "luxuries." But, I don't recall if those ever went into effect.

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SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1 [View all] Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Tuesday OP

ugh, such a shitty move. These kinds of restrictions are meant to shame and punish and have nothing to do with health. WhiskeyGrinder Tuesday #1

Shitty people make shitty moves. GoCubsGo Tuesday #6

I wonder if Mountain Dew will survive? dem4decades Tuesday #2

I'd always thought they were. underpants Tuesday #3

You can't use WIC benefits for those items. GoCubsGo Tuesday #4

Okay. My brother had SNAP but he said he could buy anything but smokes and booze. underpants Tuesday #5

Some of the "healthy" options.... Xolodno Tuesday #7