Marcus Rashford Urges Calls Out Government For Better Hunger Relief
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Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford calls for more attention on food schemes in the UK for low-income families.

Coming from a humble and low-income black family himself, Rashford knows how it’s like to survived it and become one of the lucky few to be a player for one of England’s top clubs. He made a post on social media, addressed directly to the government, urging them to create better food schemes for those who are going hungry in the pandemic.

“This is not about politics; this is about humanity,” Rashford said. “Looking at ourselves in the mirror and feeling like we did everything we could to protect those who can’t, for whatever reason or circumstance, protect themselves. Political affiliations aside, can we not all agree that no child should be going to bed hungry?

“Food poverty in England is a pandemic that could span generations if we don’t course-correct now.

“The Government has taken a ‘whatever it takes’ approach to the economy – I’m asking you today to extend that same thinking to protecting all vulnerable children across England.

“I encourage you to hear their pleas and find your humanity. Please reconsider your decision to cancel the food voucher scheme over the summer holiday period and guarantee the extension.

“This is England in 2020 and this is an issue that needs urgent assistance. Please, while the eyes of the nation are on you, make the U-turn and make protecting the lives of some of our most vulnerable a top priority.”

“Understand: without the kindness and generosity of the community I had around me, there wouldn’t be the Marcus Rashford you see today: a 22-year-old Black man lucky enough to make a career playing a game I love.

“As a Black man from a low-income family in Wythenshawe, Manchester, I could have been just another statistic. Instead, due to the selfless actions of my mum, my family, my neighbours, and my coaches, the only stats I’m associated with are goals, appearances and caps. I would be doing myself, my family, and my community an injustice if I didn’t stand here today with my voice and my platform and ask you for help.”

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