Food stamp participation rose by over 43,000 from April to May 2005. Over 25 million Americans rely on food stamps for nutrition. Food Stamp Program growth reflects continuing joblessness and low wages for many, state and local actions to improve program access, and the legal action. Participation has risen in 46 out of the last 53 months. Read full report for details. http://www.frac.org/html/news/fsp/05.05_FSP.html |