Politics
Who Falls Behind: The Extent and Impact of Family Needs
The text highlights that between 2020 and 2023 in the U.S., more than a third of families do not cover their basic needs, with evident racial and ethnic inequalities. Family incomes have increased, but so has the cost of living, particularly affecting families with children and minorities such as African Americans and Hispanics. The situation is worrisome and requires urgent attention at the national level.
October 2, 2025