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meti57b

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17. I am most grateful that I am able to help out.

Reply to GopperStopper2680 (Original post)

Wed Apr 4, 2012, 06:02 PM

Apr 2012

May you be blessed.

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Dear American Tax Payer: I am grateful for the meals you provide. Thank you. [View all] GopperStopper2680 Apr 2012 OP

Much rather have my tax dollars go to people who are hungry than war in Iraq, that's for sure. JoePhilly Apr 2012 #1

+1 tanyev Apr 2012 #18

Amen to that! The Genealogist Apr 2012 #20

Me Three Blue Owl Apr 2012 #36

For my part, you are most welcome The Traveler Apr 2012 #2

Thank you my friend. I appreciate it. GopperStopper2680 Apr 2012 #3

Thank you for your replies so far. GopperStopper2680 Apr 2012 #4

I don't care if anyone games the system. tkmorris Apr 2012 #5

I will support these programs with a song in my heart. Smilo Apr 2012 #11

Someone gets a few extra dollars, big deal nxylas Apr 2012 #49

.... ceile Apr 2012 #6

There is no reason for anybody to go hungry in the wealthiest nation on Earth. Chan790 Apr 2012 #7

I believe your's and handmade34 Apr 2012 #8

I never though of Gov. assistance this way before. Thanks for opening my eyes! Auntie Bush Apr 2012 #61

no easy answers, well... JOBS! handmade34 Apr 2012 #62

i'm more than happy to do my part.. frylock Apr 2012 #9

I know lots of people don't like anything that sounds like a biblical quote, "there but by the grace sad sally Apr 2012 #10

That is a lovely quote........... sad Smilo Apr 2012 #12

They're too worried about being right, and making a big deal about their being "Good Christians" The Genealogist Apr 2012 #22

The greatest shame in this country of vast wealth is that there are *any* hungry people.. Ikonoklast Apr 2012 #13

No one need ever thank me for that, it is my pleasure and my privilege davidthegnome Apr 2012 #14

I'm so sorry to hear about your job renate Apr 2012 #28

Thank you all for your replies and Recs. GopperStopper2680 Apr 2012 #15

I'd like to thank the taxpayers of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania liberaltrucker Apr 2012 #16

I am most grateful that I am able to help out. meti57b Apr 2012 #17

Same here. Thanks to all. My wife and I get food stamps, only 40 a month but it helps BoWanZi Apr 2012 #19

I am on the verge of filing for food stamps. RebelOne Apr 2012 #45

me, too... whoopingcrone Apr 2012 #21

Some of us NEED that help The Genealogist Apr 2012 #23

You're welcome but go easy on the fries. rug Apr 2012 #24

rec Typical NYC Lib Apr 2012 #25

I never begrudged anybody a meal and never felt bitter about paying taxes magical thyme Apr 2012 #26

I don't have a problem with paying taxes varelse Apr 2012 #27

I wish you good luck in getting back on your feet badtoworse Apr 2012 #29

GopperStopper, you just gave me a reason to feel good about paying my taxes. THANK YOU and BIG HUG!! DesertDiamond Apr 2012 #30

When I was thirteen OnionPatch Apr 2012 #31

I get food benefits. But I don`t consider it Flying Squirrel Apr 2012 #32

I have never thought those that receive help were "sponging off the system." unapatriciated Apr 2012 #57

You're very welcome, Grasshopper ProfessionalLeftist Apr 2012 #33

K & R, Royal Sloan 09 Apr 2012 #34

Thank you. lupinella Apr 2012 #35

I DON'T want to spend my tax money on drones and bombs, food, good! joanbarnes Apr 2012 #37

See, this is what's wrong with America WoodyD Apr 2012 #38

To which I say.... Turbineguy Apr 2012 #39

You are not alone in this thank you. I am eternally grateful to US taxpayers who have helped me jwirr Apr 2012 #40

K&R! DocMac Apr 2012 #41

Your welcome bpositive Apr 2012 #42

No thanks needed - I know you will do the same for others when circumstances improve bawieland Apr 2012 #43

Glad we still have a safety net to help you. Dont call me Shirley Apr 2012 #44

Maybe the feds should add EC Apr 2012 #46

Or donate $1 to programs to help fund the "Food Stamp" budget! gateley Apr 2012 #54

Well, I figured EC Apr 2012 #59

That's a nice post. Need more public education as to what taxes do. jtuck004 Apr 2012 #47

Very Timely for me! AnnieK401 Apr 2012 #48

Good morning. K&R Egalitarian Thug Apr 2012 #50

You're welcome lunatica Apr 2012 #51

It is my pleasure. I mean that. lapislzi Apr 2012 #52

Here's a little vignette that fully supports your OP chervilant Apr 2012 #53

I would rather fund social programs than wars any day with my taxes emsimon33 Apr 2012 #55

You are welcome. unapatriciated Apr 2012 #56

K&R...and you are more than welcome. Lizzie Poppet Apr 2012 #58

My honor and privilege. nolabear Apr 2012 #60

k&r nt steve2470 Apr 2012 #63

K&R Tarheel_Dem Apr 2012 #64