Reflecting on a Tumultuous 2025: A Discussion with Rev. David Beckmann

2025 posed unprecedented challenges to U.S. global and domestic food and nutrition security programs; with stress and uncertainty added to the lives of millions of people and families in the United States and around the globe who rely on assistance programs. These challenges mark the latest in a shift in the political landscape around food, nutrition, and development programs. Rev. David Beckmann, President Emeritus of the Alliance to End Hunger and Bread for the World, has observed the evolution of America’s understanding of and relationship to food security programming throughout his career. Host Minerva Delgado speaks to Rev. Beckmann about his observations and insights into the unique and challenging time we find ourselves, and how advocacy can play a key role in making hunger and poverty a priority once again. They also talk about his upcoming book, Poverty Abolitionists, and strategies we can take to make progress against poverty and hunger. Note to Listeners:David Beckman's upcoming book, Poverty Abolitionists, is available for pre-order through the following links:Amazon: https://a.co/d/ctfLrvFBarnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/poverty-abolitionists-david-beckmann/1148352847?ean=9798216275893