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Fri Dec 06 16:29:03 +0000 2019

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

These exclusionary “rules” sound great to anyone who hasn’t dealt with the actual lived experience. In truth it means paperwork, waiting, & absurdist bureaucracy. Let’s talk about the example of severe depression, which is an elevated risk for people in economic hardship. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 6, 2019 Hibernated

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

The rule ignores the reality of American life. Plenty of parents who support can’t claim “adult” (18+) children as dependents. Getting disability status is notoriously difficult &food is an immediate need. What if someone has an undiagnosed mental issue, like severe depression? — PolitiTweet.org

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@AOC The rule applies to able-bodied adults between the ages of 18 and 49 who do not have dependents. The rule wou… https://t.co/4ddt4H3d38

Posted Dec. 6, 2019 Hibernated

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC

If you have severe depression (or any number of mental issues), everyday life is very difficult. But it’s really hard to get disability status in general for mental health issues. So if you need food stamps, and can’t afford a dr’s visit for a diagnosis/medicine, you go hungry. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 6, 2019 Hibernated

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