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Archive Home > 2009 > November > 17 > Hunger a growing issue in U.S.

Hunger a growing issue in U.S.

Survey finds highest number ever of Americans who lack adequate food

By Amy Goldstein / The Bulletin
November 17, 2009

WASHINGTON — The nation’s economic crisis has catapulted the number of Americans who lack enough food to the highest level since the government has been keeping track, according to a new federal report, which shows that nearly 50 million people — including almost one child in four — struggled....

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