Bob Dole: “Today is the sixth National Hunger Awareness Day--a day to reflect on the fact that in this Nation alone more than 35…”

“Today is the sixth National Hunger Awareness Day--a day to reflect on the fact that in this Nation alone more than 35 million people are experiencing hunger or are at risk for hunger. It is also a day to recognize the tremendous efforts of individuals who graciously give their time and resources to help those in need. Hunger is far too prevalent, but I think Washington Post columnist David Broder hit the nail on the head when he wrote: "America has some problems that defy solution. This one does not. It just needs caring people and a caring government, working together." I agree, the battle to end hunger in our country is a campaign that cannot be won in months or even a few years, but it is a victory within reach. And I am motivated to do what I can to make a positive difference in this fight against hunger--both in the United States and beyond our borders. In America--the land of prosperity and plenty--some people have the misconception that hunger plagues only far-away, undeveloped nations. The reality is that hunger is a silent enemy lurking within 1 in 10 U.S. households. In my home State of North Carolina alone, nearly 1 million of our 8.8 million residents are struggling with food security issues.”