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May

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Florida’s overseas contracts draw ire

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By KATHLEEN CHAPMAN Palm Beach Post Staff Writer When Florida food stamp recipients call an 800 number about their benefits, they can reach friendly customer service representatives with names like “Amy” and “Nelson.” Although Amy and Nelson’s salaries are paid with Florida tax money through state contract, they actually are half a world away – [...]