Thanks, Poor Red State Voters, If Fewer Blue State Tax Dollars Go To Your Welfare Cheques & Checks - IMRAN™

Thanks, Poor Red State Voters, If Fewer Blue State Tax Dollars Go To Your Welfare Cheques & Checks - IMRAN™ 

I’m so thankful. Sure, the American electorate has voted in a known traitor, Putin puppet, serial adulterer, multiple bankruptcies causer, vile rapist, convicted felon, charity thief, and worse… but, hey… Look at the bright side. The price of eggs should go down. We hope, right?

But, seriously… Let’s examine just one aspect of this election AND Darwin Awards winning crowd. MAGA white nationalists probably think that the reduction in taxes and cuts in welfare services will hurt people they hate… blacks, minorities, Hispanics, blue states, etc.

But here’s a fun fact. Major segments of white welfare recipients are in the reddest states and will feel the cuts. The “bad” people in more diverse blue states and educated well-paid professionals will need to subsidize their diversity-hating MAGA non-brethren less than before.

So, thanks, MAGA voters in the states below. Here’s why. It's important to note that many red states receive more in federal funding than they contribute in taxes. This means that blue states, which typically contribute more in federal taxes, often subsidize red states. 

Majority of white MAGA voters may think cutting welfare hurts blacks, Hispanics, or minorities only. Obviously identifying red states with significant white populations living in poverty and dependent on welfare can be complex, but some states consistently show higher rates of federal assistance. Here are a few notable examples.

Mississippi

Poverty Rate: One of the highest in the U.S., with a significant portion of its population relying on federal assistance.

Demographics: A considerable number of white residents live below the poverty line, making the state heavily dependent on federal welfare programs.

West Virginia

Poverty Rate: High poverty levels, particularly in rural areas.

Welfare Dependency: Many residents, including a significant number of white individuals, rely on programs like Medicaid and food assistance.

Kentucky

Poverty Rate: Notable percentage living in poverty, with many depending on federal aid.

Demographics: A substantial number of white residents are among those receiving assistance.

Alabama

Poverty Rate: Ranks high in poverty rates, with many residents relying on welfare.

Welfare Programs: Programs such as SNAP (food stamps) and Medicaid are crucial for many low-income families, including white households.

Arkansas

Poverty Rate: Significant poverty rate, with many residents dependent on federal assistance.

Demographics: A considerable portion of the population receiving welfare benefits is white.

So, thank you, thank you, thank you, all MAGA voters for letting blue states people reduce subsidizing your food stamps and welfare cheques. Sorry if we don’t do welfare checks on y’all either.

© 2024 IMRAN™

Sources to check the data:

https://apnews.com/article/north-america-business-local-taxes-ap-top-news-politics-2f83c72de1bd440d92cdbc0d3b6bc08c

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/07/07/states-federal-benefits/

(1) AP FACT CHECK: Blue high-tax states fund red low-tax states. https://apnews.com/article/north-america-business-local-taxes-ap-top-news-politics-2f83c72de1bd440d92cdbc0d3b6bc08c

(2) Do blue-state taxes really subsidize red-state benefits?. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/07/07/states-federal-benefits/.