Deuteronomy 24:19-20; Leviticus 19:9-10
The two passages are known as the “gleaning laws” which prohibited farmers from going through their fields, orchards and vineyards more than once. The “leftovers” became available for those who were most likely to be hungry. This is an example of public policy. Besides SNAP, can you think of other public policies our nation has in place to ensure that people do not go hungry? What do you think makes good public policy around the issue of hunger? Why do you think many people are opposed to expansion of nutrition programs in the US and food aid to developing nations?
Tongue on Fire 