Perhaps Link is an Illinois thing, so let me explain. Link is your food stamps on a "debit" card. Link is a wonderful thing that helps a lot of needy families buy food when they might not be able to otherwise. Tonight (well, early this morning actually), we are not discussing the people who need Link because we're not all lucky enough to be financially stable all of the time. I, in fact, was once a Link recipient (you try supporting yourself while working part time and going to school full time). This discussion is not intended to put anyone down as I am fully aware I am no better than anyone else.
What I would like, however, is to discuss exactly how people are using their Link cards. Now, as stated, the purpose of Link is to feed your family. A woman came into the gas station tonight and brought up to the counter a SlimJim, a push pop, some soda, and some chips. Sure, we all get the munchies from time to time, but if you have money for smokes then you have money for snacks. WHY did this woman get mad at us because we do not accept Link? We are a gas station – not a grocery store.
I understand the need for Link. I really do. I just don't understand the need to abuse public aid. Can someone explain this to me, please?
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