Despite the fact that our nation's potato consumption is at its
lowest point in 30 years — down 20% since 1996, in fact — our
kids are consuming so much of the vegetable in school lunches
that it's become a topic of debate in the Senate. The government
would like to see potatoes in school lunches limited to only two
servings per week, but senators from big potato-growing states
are arguing against the USDA's suggestions by ranting, raving,
and comparing it to the villainous iceberg lettuce. Except that
potatoes are delicious.