In the wake of 2008 's economic downturn , a survey shows Americans are still struggling . Score: 7 Two-thirds of households say they have had to choose between medical care and food . The `` working poor '' often earn slightly too much to qualify for federal food benefits .
In the wake of 2008 's economic downturn , a survey shows Americans are still struggling . One in seven Americans relies on charitable donations to feed their families . Two-thirds of households say they have had to choose between medical care and food . The `` working poor '' often earn slightly too much to qualify for federal food benefits .