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US Poverty Down

The U.S. Poverty rate declines slightly, first improvement after three years of increases, the government says. Ref. CNN

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Over One Million U.S. Kids Are Homeless:

The National Center on Family Homelessness estimates that the true number of homeless children in the U.S. Is closer to 1.6 million. Ref. Source 3

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Child poverty up; brings disadvantages some are unlikely to overcome

More than one in five American children live in poverty and nearly half live below twice the federal guideline. Ref. Source 5

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Life expectancy falling for the poorest Americans

According to a study conducted for the professional journal Health Affairs, life expectancy is falling for significant sections of the working class in the United States, and in some cases has reverted to levels not seen in half a century. Ref. Source 7

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Breaking the cycle: Children of poverty become adults in poverty

Sophie Toese, by virtue of her gender, is more likely to be a second generation recipient of public assistance. Ref. Source 5

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Can marriage reduce poverty? Marriage rates among poor have declined

Although they've yet to set a date, Gata Negrra and Ronald Moore of Newark like to brainstorm for their wedding. Ref. Source 5

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Homeless Population in Los Angeles County Increases by 16 Percent;

The changes come amid decreased federal funding for local programs that help the homeless and increased efforts in Washington to target veteran homelessness across the country. Ref. Source 6

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Child Poverty In The USA:

More than 16 million children in the United States - 22% of all children - live in families with incomes below the federal poverty level - $23,550 a year for a family of four. Research shows that, on average, families need an income of about twice that level to cover basic expenses. Ref. Source 7