Food stamp warrior is a term used to describe a person who uses food stamps, formerly known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, to purchase groceries. The term can be used in a positive or negative way, but it often carries a negative connotation, implying that the person is lazy or taking advantage of the system.
Food stamp warriors are often stereotyped as being poor, uneducated, and unable to find work. However, this is not always the case. Many food stamp warriors are working people who simply cannot make ends meet. Others are disabled or elderly and rely on food stamps to supplement their income.
