Poverty

Poverty Rate Increases Sharply After Pandemic Aid Programs End

The White House blames GOP policy choices as child poverty doubles.
09/13/2023

Racism and Poverty Can Change Brain Development of Black Children, Finds Black Harvard Researcher

Harvard researcher, Nathaniel Harnett analyzed nearly 10,000 MRI scans to find structural changes in the way children’s brains grew.
02/06/2023

Obama Hosts 'Productive' Meeting With the Congressional Black Caucus

President discusses wide range of issues with the CBC.
02/10/2015

Michigan Lawmaker Signs Bill Requiring Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients

Opponents say Gov. Rick Snyder is waging war on poor.
12/30/2014