U.S. Families Struggle To Eat

[@Twinkie989]

I applaud the dad for taking whatever job he could. It is rough, but that is being a real man. Glad this sort of program exists.

[@gena3782]

What stupid comments!!! She had a job, he had a job....they were obviously doing better before. Sometimes, times get tough, thru no fault of your own!! Be glad it's not you!! But have a little compassion for others before you start asking why they had so many kids. That's not the issue here.

[@naturalselector9553]

gena maher is she an accountant?

[@user-pv7nf3gu8u]

Sometimes people are well-off, then unexpectedly life happens. They're now unemployed. Don't judge everyone. Not all homeless are wreckless.

[@mwar609]

0 5

[@soniasg8639]

True it's called life.

[@cj8803]

Man this is sad. I feel for this family and and all the other families struggling. I know the feeling.

[@jeanqbxx]

This guy is a real dad, he does whatever it takes to feed his family.

[@MsStenofairy]

So sad. I hate knowing that people are hungry and struggling out in this economy. People like to talk and put down, but these people had jobs, they worked like each of us. Now, they have nothing because of this economy and it's sad. My worst fear is not having enough for my children to eat. I pray to the Lord every day that my husband and I keep out jobs. For without that, we would be exactly like this family and so would a lot of you!! Don't judge, try to help.

[@greyline1012]

I’d say many of us are in a similar position today, and it’s only getting worse.

[@lollypop3301]

I hope they can get the help for their kids. No child should go hungry .

[@24meshugat]

She was talking about how people that are well off don't know what it's like to struggle. Um I know many people who didn't grow up with money and are successful. My husband came to this country over ten years ago. When he first came here he had to use pocket change to buy food from the 99 cent store. English was not his first language and he only has a high school education. He grew up in a modest home with 2 working parents. He is now 37, owns a business and is considered to be in the 1%.

[@angelpolina7672]

This is a eye opener for alot of us and the dad is a good provider he works what ever job he can. Value what we have and dont take things for granted.

[@madamestrawberry4321]

I'm out of work right now but a planted a vegetable garden. Anyone can plant seeds to feed themselves.

[@r50559]

Madame Strawberry what if you dont have space, or land? What if you are homeless? Not EVERYONE can grow their own foods, but big congratulations to you

[@margaritaavila2778]

I agree!!! Also cook with fresh vegetables and grains. Make homemade flour tortillas and fill them up with potatoes and cheese. KZbin Indian and Mexican food recipes very affordable.

[@conchitanelson4305]

Compassion please.

[@sparx180]

Bread, bologna and powdered milk puts the weight on. Eating unhealthy puts the weight on. Don't be so eager to put people down you might end up in their shoes some day. They are Americans for heavens sake. We have helped many countries now it is time to stop foreign aid to those that don't need it and help our own.

[@spaghettibaghetti4135]

Bless these people 🙏🏻

[@wolftreetree]

I hope things turn around for this family and others like them. God bless the salvation army for helping them out.

[@spghost4135]

People that live in mini mansions know what it's like to struggle.Its just a different type of struggle. Like the struggle of putting themselves through college, only to start at the bottom of their field and spending the majority of their 20's not popping out kids, but building themselves up to a place where they can earn 6+ figures per year.

[@Chefgrlangel]

I feel for them but what you said is kinda true. I was so broke/hungry in college. Then my 20s I was working and moving. Now I'm 30 and settled down. Our baby is 1yr old this month! Struggle was worth it

[@IglooDweller]

Why do poor people always have so many kids.

[@august21xp]

Cause once you have kids you get food stamps to eat, so its another government meal ticket.

[@angrychick9649]

my mom used to tell me, the rich get richer and the poor have children

[@august21xp]

anna beach Agreed.

[@Gstunfisk]

Because they are poor and stupid. Those kinds cannot plan ahead and have no self control. End results is the worthless offsprings.

[@jayw3744]

+Mhei8116 why call the babies worthless?

[@luvcamille5277]

Children should NEVER have to go hungry no matter what the parents may have done. Children are innocent, and sometimes parents fall on hard times.

[@blackaristo]

It is a very difficult, stressful and uncertain time here in America. This recession/ depression is staggering people from the ranks of the poor up to the upper middle class. Indeed, more and more families in the middle to upper middle class segment are either applying and/or receiving food stamps because they have lost their jobs, and cannot pay their mortages.

[@KndrLnd]

@ImoenOfTelengard Haven't you noticed that the cheaper the food, the more fat content? Go to the store and compare buying fresh fruits and vegetables for a family vs. buying packaged or starchy foods.

[@smshortcake99]

God bless this family. Hope they are thriving now and doing better than some of these harsh comments as some of them are ridiculous. Both parents were laid off their jobs which is why they were struggling.

[@margaritaavila2778]

For a short time both parents have to get more working hours, cook fresh meals and don't buy anything you want. Watch Dave Ramsey's and minimalist's shows.

[@newave123456]

Here was two americans who had jobs.... Respectable jobs.... its not always about people taking advantage of the system. This is the new america!

[@LuluBowenTarot]

They have a garden; they should be growing potatoes, tomatoes, root veg, salads... can have a significant impact on the food bill. Most of the produce can be grown from scraps from the supermarket.

[@starababa1985]

You can't just peel back some grass and expect to grow a garden in the exposed dirt. It usually takes about 5 years to cultivate, fertilize and amend soil to get it to the point where it will produce decently with vigilant care, including daily watering and building a compost pile. Seeds are the smallest expense. It would be cheaper in the first few years to just buy produce from the grocery store. If you're going to seriously garden, be prepared for a long haul with many backaches and failures along the learning curve. It's not a weekend job for wimps.

[@ladybug0166]

Why are these people having children? Bring kids into this situation. Think before you decide to have children you cannot afford.

[@RocketmanRockyMatrix]

Unfortunately that is now considered a politically incorrect statement.

[@floridasunshine2670]

You can have a child and then fall upon hard times. No one is exempt from this. Get off your high horse . Open your eyes .

[@rudyishoggin]

Where you not listening the guy had a good job .

[@booneyinc9515]

u werent listening were u, they both had a job and lost it.

[@wedp112]

No one watched this did they, the kids were already born when they lost their jobs

[@traceynorman4983]

what makes me mad with most women feed children hot dogs beans feed man steaks

[@MACKATTACK1970]

@METALMAN4Wii . . You are correct, all they want is food because hunger is something that should not be experienced by any human being especially a child. . I am fortunate I don't have to experience hunger but I REFUSE, I WILL NOT look down on those who are down on their luck and I will attempt to help the less fortunate where ever and when ever I can. . I appreciate your compassion and perception.

[@Straitupmarilyn]

We are living in two Americas, One for the rich and one for the poor... There will be no middle class. So much for the land of Plenty...

[@Archangel2069]

@JogBird the children are not the problem of the family poverty. the children were already born before the crisis hit their family.

[@bfavreforprez]

very sad and emotional , i'm from wisconsin, and just this year recieved a middle class job, as i was in the midst of running out of money from previous for the first time ever, and now on the rebound, i may not realize how fortunate i got it with working for ocean spray but i do, and i feel bad for the poverty stricken families.

[@DanielBMaximoff]

Everyone struggles lady. Its how we go about fixing the problems.

[@ascendantrocket]

My family was so poor we had to borrow food from family friends and store owners.

[@aajala5509]

Being fat is not a sign of being well fed and healthy. Its a result of eating substandard unhealthy food. Most fat people in America are the ones that can't afford to eat healthy meals.

[@edwardrozanski9041]

I'm a 58year year old single man on disability, I refuse to get married and refuse to make father kids, I receive ssi/ssdi due to my mental health disability, Tucson AZ has zearo job training programs for people with disabilities

[@traceyowenhughes9223]

Times are HARD. Thank God.

[@TheReapersSon]

It is desperate and sad. Nearly every person I talk to who went through the great depression or was around at that time says that this is indeed still a horrible state, despite all the windbagging about "job creation" and economic growth. The elderly are losing their savings on a daily basis. Might as well have a lock box underneath your bed.

[@sparx180]

Hi: It is a sorry state of affairs. 45 mill unemployed, people hungry. Instead of giving foreign aid that money should be spent at home. Not giving money to Israel 9 bill $'s. Iraq is in a mess and cost billions. Now they want to war with Iran. More lost men and we foot the bill. It will only get worse sadly. This time I think it would be worse than the Great Depression. Why don't those who we have helped so much give some back for a change?

[@artnuwa11]

Easier said than done, my friend. If the soil needs ammendments, that cost money, seeds cost money, hand tool cost, fertilizers/water....time time time. With kids, meal pre, shopping, homework, laundry etc. many people do not have time to start seeds, transplant, water and weed. It is hard, time consuming back breaking labor. I know ...I have done it for years and still do.

[@KndrLnd]

Our largest power is our consumer power right now. A corporation quits using American labor? Quit buying from them and tell them why. It really does work.

[@angeliquec8able]

Its sad af and depressing. Make ne cry to look at. Make me sick

[@Idellle]

Bring back the horses. I am naive but I think there is many things to save money. Live together. Live simple.

[@TheReapersSon]

Mmmm, salt, sugar and starches! Yep, that government-sponsored food program is doing all the right things! More pizza, anyone? Thank god we have churches and volunteer groups willing to put together an actual meal with some relative nutritional value.

[@circusmaximus10]

@METALMAN4Wii do you mean "they're" all or "there" all? Where the hell did you go to school?

[@Martian74]

They should be using part of the back yard to plant seeds and grow food with. That will help put food on the table.

[@METALMAN4Wii]

Nice to know there's still people who care in the country it's what America should be about. not causing a pointless war with the wrong country or about some drugged out celebrities. but Americans who actually care about other Americans.....!

[@Martian74]

The families could be growing food in their backyards. Seeds from pumpkins, watermelons etc. are free and you can grow many potatoes from one potato, just like grade school science, put them on wet cotton-balls and watch them sprout, then cut them and plant them. They should try this to supplement the food that they are given.

[@marilynmclean8921]

They used to say that each of us was 2 paychecks away from poverty. When I lost my job and looked for a new one, it took me 2 more weeks to find a new one. In that time I paid rent and my bills and starved. Stockpile canned food, chili and tuna and rice, peanut butter and jelly for sandwiches. That is the best advice I can give.

[@hihihidddd]

@JogBird They don't. Didn't you watch the video? They were doing fine, had enough to take care of their kids. Then bam, the rich decided to get richer, and now they're out of a job and have nothing.

[@ajbor707]

i agree, if you cant afford kids do not have them

[@conchitanelson4305]

No one should be hungry in this country. Or homeless. Sad.

[@yuwong1000]

I think it's somewhat unfair for her to say that millionaires don't understand what it means to struggle.

[@MsTriciagirl]

This is a great example why I never decided to have kids and I'm 51 if I ever hit rock bottom then nobody suffers but me myself and I as years go by life gets only tougher and tougher to make ends meet so many jobs are laying off plants shutting down businesses closing their doors only the rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer. I don't understand why this family isn't getting a good amount of food stamps with all of that many chaps they done popped out. Um ? did they commit food stamp fraud

[@debbieframpton3857]

In the past our local Township served lunches 5 days a week 2 kids they even had buses that would pick up at certain bus stops last year with the pandemic they provided school buses that would park in certain areas of town and you could pick up lunches everyday for your kids on Fridays they sent three days worth of meals to help over the weekend. This year they have decided that it is safe enough they are going to start lunch is back at the township June July and August

[@mllex2018]

I might get bashed for asking this. But im sincerely perplexed. Why some of the people are still so overweight even under their circumstances? Im Sorry if i dont sound politically correct...

[@mikasaackerman6224]

Dididadum Tadaa it has to do with the food they eat most of it is baloney sandwiches or canned soup which is high in calories that makes them gain weight or keep the weight the had before

[@wedp112]

Let's see, it costs more for 1 green pepper, tomato and onion than it does to feed a family of 3 at MC Donald's on the dollar menu.

[@DEDA96]

i AGREE I am a single mom of one ten year old, i did not have more kids because I knew i would not be able to give them what they need ...one child is enough if you are low income, unless you want to be stupid and have more kids you can't afford. When i know i can provide more that is when i will have more children and not until then.

[@Ckurbe1]

After reading some of these comments, where is the compassion?? I hope this never happens to you guys, who knows what the future holds for us?? I hope no one is mean to you as you have shown here.

[@gordonallen9095]

NEVER think it can't happen to YOU. "There but for the grace of God go I."

[@themeaningoflife38]

lots of people with college degrees cant find jobs right now

[@johnmartin4641]

That’s because they picked useless majors.

[@rkansas1]

U make Wisconsin look bad...there r poor everywhere in this country!!God bless every1....

[@jenniferashley99]

Please consider not having babies you cannot afford. I cannot imagine having 4 kids-It's just me and last spring I lost 13 pounds because I lost my job. It's rough out there...

[@muiroford1]

She flies the USA flag - shes crazy.

[@shirleytolson427]

If I win any money on lottery tickets I promise to spend a lot on people who need lodging and food I thank God that I have lodging and plenty of food. Why do people have to suffer

[@johnmartin4641]

People suffer because they make bad choices. There are 3 rules to success I’ve always told people to follow because I’ve never met anyone who has followed all 3 of these rules and isn’t successful: 1. Major in business administration instead of stupid crap like gender studies. 2. Work for a large corporation instead of a small business. 3. Work for a recession resistant/essential company/industry (recession resistant and essential are usually the same thing) and pick an essential job that the company will always need. I’m not saying it’s impossible to succeed if you don’t follow all 3 of these rules; I’m just saying I’ve never met anyone who has followed all 3 of these rules that isn’t successful.

[@litchstm]

@JogBird They had the kids before they both lost their jobs. Why do you think the economy is failing? Its because there are not as many people to support it ... i.e. people are not having enough kids to continue to develop the economy.

[@kelvint.youngkende4463]

This is for my African brothers and sisters America is not heaven on earth, I Love America and American but I am not force to travel,if life is better with me in ( Liberia) Africa that means I am staying, I will never be jealous over u guys and I pray that things get better for everyone

[@malayaanderson8222]

Trust us when we say we don’t need Africans to be “jealous” of us, y’all have enough problems there.

[@danielamustafic3376]

When people will stop having kids.

[@wedp112]

This family was well off until a year ago, the kids were already born

[@wedp112]

@Jose Stickman Are you saying we should not have kids just in case our situation changes? .... By that logic no one should be born... Lol

[@ethanchen2891]

So all people who are well off never struggled....wtf thats so generalized. Theres a reason why most of them are there.

[@anyname666]

It is ok to help those in need (really- and we should do it) It is not ok to help those who are to lazy or too slovenly to help themselves Those that are able should be made to sweep the street or do something constructive to pay back the community for the assistance that they are given. They should not be allowed to suck off the community year after year after year. What do you think

[@xXxSHOOPIExXx]

I don't understand why some people put other things in priority than the typical necessities.

[@birminmin]

@alienkishorekumar China is far from utopia or perfect, in fact still many rural people going hungry, but we are talking about a nation blighted with large proportion of deserts (Gobi desert e.g) and mountains, frigid highlands, and still manages to not have this sort of harge scale hunger. However USA produces tonnes of crops enough to be poured into sea or used as economic weapon against third world countries. The US hunger is utterly absurd, and insulting to the title of 'Superpower' .

[@MACKATTACK1970]

This man was a driver earnning over $30,000 and supporitng his family, I know the trucking industry has taken a hit. Do not make snide, ignorant comments that he is lazy. He is now working for half what he used to earn cleaning carpets and he stated that he would take any job as long as it pays. For all of you idiots that blame the middle class and the lower class as if it is their fault keep in mind that THE TOP 25 HEDGE FUND MANAGERS TOOK $30 BILLION AND WE PAID FOR IT W/ THE BAILOUT!

[@masterofgarden3472]

Some family have so much food that they throw away. Heard some guy doesn't even want 20 a hours job because he feel he doesn't belong there. He would rather sit at home then find job.

[@RCvolunteer1978]

It has been OVER 3 Years and here in Florida soup kitchens closed because not enough money There people in the street demanding to pay them with food drink money just to walk pass them going to the store

[@wolftreetree]

If we don't keep the grass cut the way the government wants it we get fined, and its not a cheap fine either. Its all about the neighborhood looking good not quality of life.

[@litchstm]

@DarrelfromZeeland Not 2 mention the # of babies that were prevented by contraception or @ home abortion w/ the morning after pill or RU 486. Our society is missing something. Its not just the kids that would fill schools that have closed down b/c of abortion, what is missing is the love that we should have 4 our neighbor. We must love even in small ways, by giving 2 the less fortunate, reguardless of if they deserve it, that is how we can change our world 1 step @ a time.

[@vanjensen492]

I live in Janesville WI same program good job Kenosha.

[@vanjensen492]

Meant Walkashaw

[@IndigoChild777X]

Not one of those kids said thank you when receiving there lunch, they just grabbed the bag! Teach your kids some manners...they cost nothing!

[@malayaanderson8222]

The kids were probably hungry & in a rush, it’s not that serious.

[@nishankhatri9244]

cant one famaily member work in city side to improve living standard

[@august21xp]

Her obviously cheating husband, who obviously is afraid of a strong black woman, can actually drive a truck and make money. But he rather her low self esteem self support him.

[@DnGHo3]

Why are people saying hateful words? they dont look like drug addicts too me, and they were working low paying jobs, if some of you paid attentions, the story clearly said both parents were LAID OFF. And whats wrong with dressing your kid in Wal Mart? i dont shop there for clothing but if it came down to it, id rather my kids be dressed in decent quality affordable clothing than ammas much more debt by dressing them in those horrid A&F clothes, or worse have them wear clothing thats worn out.

[@thurso1968]

What's that saying? "If you can't feed em...."

[@hrobbins]

Its tough to make it. even if you earned double minimum wage how can you afford a mortgage, car, maintenance, utilities, health insurance, car ins., home ins., kids, internet (now a neccessity), phone, and still expect to save for childs college tuition. You can forget about saving for retirement too because you will have to work until you die or ageism prevents you from getting hired . Then you have to hope your kids take you in.

[@malayaanderson8222]

Why would the teen have to share a bed with the baby? Wouldn’t it make more sense for the baby to be in a pack n play in the parents room? They’re as cheap as $50. With that being said I applaud the dad for doing what he needs to. I know so many adults that would rather not work at all, then work certain jobs.

[@sactowncr1minal]

the ceo of BOA, chase, and wells fargo all thumbed this down

[@ntfd125]

I'm not trying to be mean but why doesn't the mom work? Her son looks old enough to watch his sisters and brother. Even if its just at a dollar store or fast food its still a source of income. She could also make her son get a job. When my dad left us my sister and I both got jobs to help pay bills.

[@szorohov85]

...only i see the obvious and mad ???? they had new kid 2 years ago.... have they eve thought that they cant support him??? i am mad as hell

[@wedp112]

She worked in accounting office, he was a truck driver they did well, they both lost their jobs a year ago....the kids were already born

[@moqutpar]

@cause121 I'm not talking about the benevolent rich you speak of... they are below the evil sadistic family wealth that don't care about expanding enterprise for the masses... if you continue watching the rest of these videos and educate yourself from other sources you will understand that this struggle is either going to come down to a violent revolution... or a peaceful effort of non-violent resistance and education of the masses. I was only putting forth one option... out of frustration.

[@ElbonyNC]

what is up with people having soooo many kids was u rich with the first child no soooo stop having them get a puppy damn

[@Lisawhatshersname]

Hunger sucks. Do NOT bring a puppy into the mix! It'll just end up starved too!

[@wedp112]

This family was well off both parents lost their job last year, the kids were already born

[@YoshiXO]

Elbony NC pets are extra mouths to feed soooo no just have one kid and keep it pushing

[@JJJadm]

it's so sad,gosh where will we end up like?

[@robert0380]

Don't forget to include Carter

[@michaeldatch]

If you dont like US live! Please Welcome to Bulgaria... In east Europe people work for 15 dollars all day! If you have a job...For example 1 L gas is 1.55 $, home rent is 250-300 $ for 60 middle flat .If you want to eat normally for 24hours, you need of 25 $. If you want a social help you have to pay ,but if you are a invalid only. If you have something... something like US, just be grateful :-)

[@shannan2000]

they should try clipping coupons and get free food!!!

[@theoxtheory]

@sipraomer because revolutionizing was a lot easier back then than it is now

[@liuton2005]

People will wake up..

[@METALMAN4Wii]

@circusmaximus10 What jobs there all overseas......?

[@Diverbelo]

Why if your so poor do you have children?

[@ghustla74]

they print it as we struggle to get it MONEY

[@wolftreetree]

@michaeldatch Hope things turn around for you in east Europe.

[@rubenavila2274]

One day at a time.

[@lollypop3301]

Sad

[@litchstm]

@Knightcha23 Why do you think the economy is failing? Its because there are not as many people to support it ... i.e. people are not having enough kids to continue to develop the economy.

[@archmichael5332]

People need to fore-go the non essentials...Millions are a Months Salary or less away from being out on the streets!

[@bdgoins1]

Birth control priorities people

[@thomas40444]

Yeah I know it is down to low metabolism sometimes. But there are many ways to improve this. Exercise, eating properly, rather than overeating, etc. Sure, those that have a low income may struggle, but if they can afford junk food, or food that causes a lot of weight gain, or excess amounts of food, they should really sit down and think how to budget their income. Some of this is undeserved and some are taking advantage of it.