Amazon Prime offers big discount for those on government assistance

Amazon Prime is now offering a discount to low income shoppers.

Anyone with a state-issued debit card for government benefits can get a prime membership for $5.99 a month– it’s normally $10.99 per month or $99 per year.

Prime offers free two-day shipping on many products — as well as access to streaming video and music services. Prime also gives members discounts on essentials like diapers.