Although the pandemic eliminated millions of jobs, U.S. poverty fell last year. This was due in part to government benefits that helped lift a small share of the population living in poverty.
We’ll look at what’s being done nationally and locally to help improve the lives of Americans living in poverty.
Guests:
- Amy Goldstein, national reporter for The Washington Post
- Sarah Spunt, executive director of LIFT-Chicago
- Mike Premo, director of engagement for Community Development for All People
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