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Families Can't Afford Basic Needs

We have fixable problems in our country but we have a political class that doesn't want to address them.

The Late Senator Tom Coburn R-OK

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Families Matter!!!

A significant number of American families struggle to afford basic necessities. Reports indicate that a large percentage of full-time workers, and a substantial portion of all families, are struggling to meet their basic needs. This includes challenges with housing, food, transportation, and healthcare. 

Elaboration:

  • Widespread Struggle:

    Research consistently highlights a growing financial crisis where many workers struggle to afford even basic necessities. A significant portion of full-time workers do not earn enough to cover their basic needs. ​

  • Impact on Families:

    The inability to afford basic needs can have a significant impact on families, including stress on parents' health and well-being, and potentially limiting opportunities for children, according to diversitydatakids.org. ​

  • Specific Needs:

    Many families struggle to afford essential household goods like soap and diapers, and some may skip laundry or bathing to save money. ​

  • Economic Insecurity:

    Economic insecurity affects households of all types and regions, including those in rural areas and various racial and ethnic groups, according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. ​

  • Rising Costs:

    The cost of necessities like food, housing, and transportation has risen faster than other goods and services, making it more difficult for low-income families to meet their needs, according to a Brookings article

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