The Primary Cause of Food Insecurity in the United States
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According to the USDA, 13.5% of households in the United States were food insecure in 2023, meaning 47 million Americans faced limited or uncertain access to adequate food. While many factors play a role, the primary cause of food insecurity in the United States is systemic poverty and the resulting economic hardship. This article explores how economic constraints, coupled with other societal factors, create and perpetuate food insecurity across the country.
