
Josette Sheeran, the director of the UN World Food Programme (WFP), recently wrote an essay for Washington Quarterly titled "How to End Hunger." Sheeran is one of the leading voices in rallying the international community to stop the hunger and suffering that has taken hold over one billion people. Sheeran emphasizes the need for action:
“Without an immediate and aggressive response, not only will future growth and productivity be jeopardized, but so will broader economic development goals and the future security of all nations. Without food, people do one of three things: revolt, migrate, or starve. When governments can no longer provide food security, states fail."
Her essay highlights some powerful measures that can be taken to fight hunger, including increasing school feeding. Sheeran writes,
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