To the Editor:
When I read of Governor Ron DeSantis’ plan to spend $100 million on an unnecessary Florida State Guard, I was outraged. That money could and should be used to increase the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps) for seniors living below the poverty level.
The current benefit for a senior who owns their home, doesn’t have any other assets, and earns below $16,000 is $20. That’s right, $20 a month. I met an elderly couple that lives on hamburger, rice, and beans, and no they’re not Mexican or illegal aliens.
DeSantis wants votes? Feed our senior citizens living in poverty.
Heidi Caron
Ocala resident
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