GROWING PAINS.

The article discusses the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program for Children (EBT), a federal food aid initiative aimed at providing extra meals for low-income children during the summer. However, more than 10 million children will miss out on this program, as 13 states, all with Republican governors, have chosen not to enroll. The reasons for rejecting the program vary, with some governors claiming that existing programs are sufficient, while others oppose it on ideological grounds. However, experts argue that refusing to participate will have negative economic and social consequences, including increased food insecurity and poor educational outcomes. [Extracted from the article]