Hungry mothers reflect on struggle to feed children
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Anthony Blaski, 3. Anthony's mother, Crystal Blaski, has struggled to feed her two sons.
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Mothers make all kinds of sacrifices for their children. In families that struggle with hunger, some mothers go to great lengths to make sure their children get enough -- and enough nutritious -- food.
Three mothers and one grandmother reflect on that experience: Marilyn Jackson, Crystal Blaski, Shirley in Minneapolis, and Marquetta in Brooklyn Park. At their request, we withheld two of their last names. Listen to their comments by playing the audio above.
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