10 Shocking Facts About Government Assistance

6) Food Stamps Benefit the Economy                                              (6 of 10)

6) Food Stamps Benefit the Economy                                               (6 of 10)

Taxpayers often complain that food stamp recipients steal their money and drain the economy, but this is untrue. Every $1 allotted toward food stamp recipients generates approximately $1.70 in local revenue because recipients are able to afford to buy clothing or pay for medical services.