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VIEWPOINT | Bo Hutchins got it wrong on SNAP. Here are the facts

Congressman hits back in op-ed, criticizes columnist's portrayal of 'Real Food, Real Freedom' plan he says missed critical details and misled Dakota Scout readers

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Dusty Johnson
Dec 04, 2025
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Good columnists make us think. They offer insight and clarity. Unfortunately, Bo Hutchins is too often light on insight, and long on snark and misinformation.

His last column is a clear example. Obesity is America’s number one health problem and too many of our safety net programs divert precious dollars away from investments that really work. My “Real Food, Real Freedom” initiative addresses both problems. But instead of offering fact-based rebuttals, Bo shows why it’s hard to get things done in politics. There are always anonymous stone-throwers willing to unfairly attack every proposal.

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LETTER | Johnson attack shows The Scout's liberal bias

LETTER | Johnson attack shows The Scout's liberal bias

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Dusty Johnson is South Dakota’s lone voice in the U.S. House. A recognized leader in issues related to rural America & China, he serves on the Agriculture, T&I, and China Committees. Dusty lives in Mitchell with his wife & three sons.
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