This is unacceptable!

One in seven Americans struggles to get enough to eat, the government reported on Monday, and more than a third go hungry from time to time — the highest levels since the "food security" report began in 1995.

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In her 413-page excuse for validity, Going Rogue, Sarah Palin criticizes CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric over their infamous 2008 interview.

Palin claims that McCain campaign aide Nicolle Wallace encouraged the interview and told her how much Katie admired her. It was introduced as a favor to Couric, who had low ratings and suffered from low self-esteem. Palin even began to "feel sorry" for the multi-millionaire news anchor.

Bitch, please! As if Katie Couric would have her on to give a self-esteem pep talk!!!

Sexy Sarah claims that Katie surprised her by acting condescending, biased and "badgering."

If she thinks that is bad, how was she gonna handle world leaders?!

In the book, Palin accused Couric of airing "gotcha" moments and editing out the more substantial remarks. Not to mention, going much easier on rival Joe Biden.

Or could it just be that he was prepared for the interview?! It's not like they had a conversation about ponies or anything!

But, Palin wants round 2!

"If I get the opportunity, I'd be thrilled to talk to her again," she said.

Would U watch them go at it?!

[Image via WENN.]

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Wow!

Lou Dobbs, who has been at CNN since it's inception, is leaving the network! The controversial news anchor said that “some leaders in media, politics and business have been urging me to go beyond the role here at CNN and to engage in constructive problem solving as well as to contribute positively to the great understanding of the issues of our day.”

Dobbs hasn't revealed where he's headed yet but he's considering "a number of directions and options." His contract was renewed through 2011, but CNN has let him out of it early.

Dobbs is well-known for his anti-illegal immigration standpoint and spoke many times of the "conspiracy" that President Obama is not an actual US citizen.

He also provoked a protest this year by different Hispanic groups who complained that CNN allowed Dobbs "to spread lies and misinformation about us each night." Consequently the advocacy group Presente.org, who requested that Dobbs was fired, are considering his latest move a "victory."

Though it's being denied that he ever had talks with the Fox News network, we're sure it's one of his many options.

It's probably where you belong, Lou!

[Image via Carrie Devorah / WENN.]

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We're so proud of our Zacquisha!

Zac, alongside Claire Danes and director Richard Linklater, made a visit to the White House on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the matter of funding the arts in the country's public school system.

Bravo!

The trio, representing the Americans for the Arts organization, met with actor turned member of the Obama Administration, Kal Penn, to discuss the matter at hand.

"I admire anyone who has devoted their lives to public service," said Zacquisha when asked about his visit to the White House.

Sadly, Sasha and Malia weren't able to meet Zefron during his visit because the gals were busy at school.

Next time!

[Image via Sean Thorton/WENN.]

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Oh, we WISH it was Barack and Michelle Obama!

But it's another fabulous political couple!

Apparently, French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his wife Carla Bruni are planning to have a baby!

Their millionaire friend Jacques Seguela, who introduced them on a blind date in February 2008, says of their family plans:

"Nicolas Sarkozy and Carla Bruni very much want to have a child. Carla has already said so several times, otherwise I would not be allowed to say this. Everyone knows about it now. They are a young couple, and like all young couples, they want to start a family."

Sarkozy is 54 and Carla is 41 so we're not sure we'd call them a "young couple," but they're definitely young enough to have a child these days!

Sarkozy is also rumored to have said that a baby could help secure his re-election in 2012. An insider says:

"It seems the president feels that due to his age, if he doesn't have a child now, it will be too late. He also believes that such a happy event could be a vote winner in 2012. So for both these reasons the timing would be perfect."

The French president already has 3 sons aged 12, 22 and 24 from previous marriages and Carla has a 9-year-old son.

Maybe they'll have a girl and mix it up a little bit, but it's definitely official: Carla's on bump-watch!

[Image via AP Images.]

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The Washington, D.C. Council is currently in the process of hearings on marriage equality, and Andrew Hertzberg and Andy Rollman took their relationship to Capitol Hill on Tuesday in support of equality!

While speaking in front of the council, Hertzberg actually proposed marriage to his partner!!!

So romantic!

Check out the vid above for the positive (and negative) reactions to the proposal.

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She's not just into fashion and releasing fragrances!

Actress Sarah Jessica Parker will be joining the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities in an effort to help with President Barack Obama's arts initiatives.

Also joining the committee are actor/director Forest Whitaker, Edward Norton, Alfre Woodard, cellist Yo-Yo Ma and even Vogue editor Anna Wintour!

Next Tuesday they will all be installed in to the committee by Vice President Joe Biden.

We think SJPeePee is a great choice, actually! Not only is she a television and movie actress, but she was also involved in musical theater and has always been vocal about her appreciation for ballet.

Congrats!

[Image via Pop / WENN.]

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Today is a very important day.

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San Francisco's mayor, Gavin Newsom, has decided to withdraw from California's 2010 gubernatorial election.

Newsom released a statement on Friday saying, "With a young family and responsibilities at city hall, I have found it impossible to commit the time required to complete this effort the way it needs to be - and should be - done."

Too bad!

California state attorney general Jerry Brown is now considered the top democratic candidate to take over Arnold's position as California's governor.

Thoughts???

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