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Veronica Merritt, 39, is a mother of 12 who has drawn widespread attention online after describing how difficult it has become to cover basic living costs.
Her Main Claim: Food Costs Have Become Unmanageable
Merritt says she receives about $1,400 per month in government food assistance and argues it no longer goes far enough. She says
Groceries that once cost about $500/month for her large household now feel closer to $2,000–$3,000/month to keep everyone fed.
She described having a month where she had no cash available and relied heavily on the $1,400 assistance to buy food.
She estimates her annual food spending is around $24,000.
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