Debate over free school lunches for all, costing $20B annually, with 70% free/reduced, impacts nutrition, budgets, and education.

An ongoing debate surrounds whether all school lunches should be free, costing over $20 billion annually, with 70% of lunches served free or reduced. The Indicator From Planet Money podcast discusses the topic, exploring the economic and practical implications of providing free lunches to all students. The debate has implications for student nutrition, school budgets, and the education system.

August 30, 2024
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