Letter to the Editor - Congress needs to protect SNAP

Editor,

As the Montana Association of Christians, we advocate for a more compassionate and just world that recognizes the inherent dignity of each person, regardless of economic status.

Jesus both models feeding the hungry and teaches that when we feed or quench the thirst “of the least of these” we are blessing God (Matthew 14:13-21 and Matthew 25:31-46). On behalf of our neighbors grappling with hunger and economic insecurity, we write this letter to express our support for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

We are disheartened that Congress is currently divided on this...