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Linda James: Why should those on welfare get their bags for free?

I am upset to think they passed the law to make us pay for plastic bags. Why are people on welfare excluded from having to pay 10 cents? That’s wrong. If I forget my reusable bags and I am on a limited income, then give me a break; or the it to senior citizens. If one has to pay, then make it that way across the board.

Linda James, Ceres

This story was originally published December 12, 2016 at 5:34 PM with the headline "Linda James: Why should those on welfare get their bags for free?."

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