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The Evolution of Food Assistance in America
This chapter explores the origins and history of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in the United States, highlighting the struggles of coal miners and tenant farmers facing food insecurity. It discusses political initiatives and social awareness of hunger from the 1950s through the 1960s, culminating in the establishment of a permanent food assistance program. The chapter also examines the ongoing debates and criticisms surrounding SNAP, including its impact on various demographics and the implications of proposed cuts to food aid.
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