Why welfare is such a sacred cow for Democrats Share Tweet Email By The FirstWed, Feb 5, 2020 Mike Slater gives a little history lesson from the Soviet Union, and explains why welfare has become such a sacred cow for Democrats and why they’re up in arms over Trump rolling back food stamps. Sign up now! Sign up now! Never miss an important story or a must-see moment. Get the best news and videos delivered directly to your inbox every morning with the Up First email! Email Address