Transit Deserts Increase Food Insecurity in the US
As bus services decline due to reduced funding, Americans in transit deserts face growing food insecurity. Zen’Yari Winters from Memphis takes three hours and two buses to reach a grocery store 13 miles away, highlighting the challenges of accessing food without a car. This situation is prevalent across various states, including Tennessee and Rhode Island.
Why it matters
Households without cars, like those in Memphis, struggle to access affordable groceries, impacting their overall food security.
Read the full story at The Guardian AU→