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November 26, 2008

Number of Americans on Food Stamps Set to Top 30 Million
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The Washington Post reports the number of Americans on food stamps is
poised to exceed 30 million for the first time ever this month.
Anti-hunger activists say the demand for food stamps has been fueled by
rising unemployment and food prices. Food pantries and other charitable
organizations are also reporting an increase in demand from those in
need. In Washington, D.C., calls to the Capital Area Food Bank’s hunger
hotline have jumped 250 percent.