News
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Food Stamps, continued.
On November 3, I wrote about the alarming statistics concerning children on food stamps. The New York Times has written a four page article and interactive graphic that takes an interesting look at the effects of the economic crisis on applications for nutritional aid. Read more
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Sometimes I’m sorry is all you’ve got
My brother served at Ft. Hood and could have easily been one of those affected had this happened during his post, so my heart truly goes out to the casualties, their families, the family of the alleged gunman (because trust me, they are suffering and will continue to do so), and all of the people… Read more
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The true reach of poverty.
According to the November issue of Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, half of all children and 90 percent of African American children will be on food stamps at some point in their childhood. Read more
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More bad news for magazines.
Not that they were looking fabulous before today, but Conde Nast will be shutting down four magazines – Cookie, Gourmet, Modern Bride and Elegant Bride (link to WSJ article). Read more
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