Tuesday, April 12, 2011

The State Governments role in Hunger Issues

Although it may not seem like the state government is very involved with the hunger problem, they do organize food programs and supply funds. 
 "State policymakers administer a range of nutrition assistance and feeding programs including food stamps, WIC, school lunch, school breakfast, afterschool and summer feeding programs"  Read More
 Along with administering these programs, the state government also gives funds to food banks and pantries which supply food to those in need. It is important for state elected officials to educate the people about our hunger issues and inform them how they can help solve the problem. 

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