Senate Approves Cut to Food Stamps for Convicted Rapists, Pedophiles

Senate Approves Cut to Food Stamps for Convicted Rapists, Pedophiles

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Under existing law, only drug felons have a lifetime ban from the food stamp program officially known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and states can opt out or modify the ban as they choose. Vitter's amendment would expand the … In a …
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Profits Over Justice: The 21st century prison system in America

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However, such discretion towards convicted criminals ignited heavy criticism from the public, and while the “War on Drugs” raged on, a “get tough on crime” mentality took hold of society and legislation, leading to widespread criminal law reform …
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Spitzer: Deny hiker treatment option

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County Supervisor Todd Spitzer argued in a news conference against Nicolas Cendoya, 19, of Costa Mesa, entering the rehabilitation program that could expunge his conviction because a volunteer rescue worker fell 110 feet and was injured trying to help …
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