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40% of NYC Families Struggle to Afford Groceries

11/22/2025

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A Robin Hood and Columbia University study finds more than 40% of New York City families cannot afford weekly groceries.
It reports food prices rose over 30% in the last decade, leaving many about $200 short.
As the holiday season approaches, 2.6 million New Yorkers face food hardships.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani calls for a government that supports working people and makes life more affordable.

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A Robin Hood and Columbia University study finds more than 40% of New York City families cannot afford weekly groceries.
It reports food prices rose over 30% in the last decade, leaving many about $200 short.
As the holiday season approaches, 2.6 million New Yorkers face food hardships.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani calls for a government that supports working people and makes life more affordable.