Most Americans think they already know who relies on food stamps—but the numbers tell a different story. According to the USDA, over 40 million Americans receive assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) each month. The majority live in working households, and roughly two-thirds of recipients are children, seniors, or people with disabilities. That’s not the picture cable news paints.
For years, sound bites have shaped stereotypes. Some commentators even stated...