Why SNAP Works

A Political Historyand Defenseof the Food Stamp Program

By: Christopher John Bosso

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Hardcover | 22 December 2023 | Edition Number 1

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280 Pages

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The first book to tell the whole story of SNAP and to explain why all Americans, regardless of politics, should support it.

How did the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program evolve from a Depression-era effort to use up surplus goods into Americaâs foundational food assistance program? And how does SNAP survive? Incisive and original, Why SNAP Works is the first book to provide a comprehensive history and evaluation of the nationâs most important food insecurity and poverty alleviation effort.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly food stamps, is the nationâs largest government effort for helping low-income Americans obtain an adequate diet. Everyone has an opinion about SNAP, not all of them positive, but its benefits are felt broadly and across party lines. Christopher Bosso makes a clear, nuanced, and impassioned case for protecting this unique food voucher program, exploring its history and breaking down the facts for readers across the political spectrum. Why SNAP Works is an essential resource for anyone concerned about food access, poverty, and the âwelfare systemâ in the United States.

Industry Reviews

"This book is a crucial read for anyone interested in understanding food accessibility and welfare in the United States. . . . Christopher Bosso provides a balanced analysis of SNAP, shedding light on its far-reaching benefits and making a persuasive case for its continued support." * Food Tank *
"The story Bosso weaves in the first five chapters is set in the halls of Congress and the chambers of the Senate... for political enthusiasts looking for a comprehensive and definitive history of SNAP, this book is it." * Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners *

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