1. Should America provide more funding for SNAP? If so, how much of an increase? If not, how does the current funding seem appropriate?
I definitely think that America should provide more funding for SNAP. I think if we took a quarter or half of the money that is going to war and put it towards food it could help a lot.
2. How should Americans define “food insecurity?” How should Americans define “starving? What solutions can Americans use to overcome food insecurity and starving in America?
I think they should keep the same definition for food insecurity which is not knowing when your next meal will be. I think that starving should be not having any type of food at all. The government should find money from other places that don't need the money anymore. Truck drivers should get paid more to drive to these smaller towns to drop of healthier foods.
3. Do you live in a food desert? How can America feed people who live in food deserts?
I don’t live in a food desert. I feel that everyone who has more money and doesn't live in a food desert should donate food to those who do.
4. Should America rely on charities to feed the hungry? How much of a reliance?
I think that we should rely on charities to feed the hungry, but not as much as we do now. If more people donate then we shouldn't have to as much.
5. In what ways can America better subsidize the farming industry and its crop production?
Farmers should start growing more fruit and vegetables instead of corn, wheat, etc.
6. What are the most common myths and misconceptions about those who depend on food banks and other food assistance programs?
A common myth is someone who works two jobs to feed their family. Yes they have multiple income but it still may not be enough so they still go to food banks. Food stamps are hard to qualify for so even though you're getting them you may not be getting enough.
I definitely think that America should provide more funding for SNAP. I think if we took a quarter or half of the money that is going to war and put it towards food it could help a lot.
2. How should Americans define “food insecurity?” How should Americans define “starving? What solutions can Americans use to overcome food insecurity and starving in America?
I think they should keep the same definition for food insecurity which is not knowing when your next meal will be. I think that starving should be not having any type of food at all. The government should find money from other places that don't need the money anymore. Truck drivers should get paid more to drive to these smaller towns to drop of healthier foods.
3. Do you live in a food desert? How can America feed people who live in food deserts?
I don’t live in a food desert. I feel that everyone who has more money and doesn't live in a food desert should donate food to those who do.
4. Should America rely on charities to feed the hungry? How much of a reliance?
I think that we should rely on charities to feed the hungry, but not as much as we do now. If more people donate then we shouldn't have to as much.
5. In what ways can America better subsidize the farming industry and its crop production?
Farmers should start growing more fruit and vegetables instead of corn, wheat, etc.
6. What are the most common myths and misconceptions about those who depend on food banks and other food assistance programs?
A common myth is someone who works two jobs to feed their family. Yes they have multiple income but it still may not be enough so they still go to food banks. Food stamps are hard to qualify for so even though you're getting them you may not be getting enough.