A collection of articles debating issues related to poverty in America, including its causes, its effect on minorities, and how poverty can be reduced.
Presents opposing viewpoints on various aspects of poverty, including its causes, ways to end it, the welfare system, the homeless, and the relationship between poverty and discrimination.
Traces the history of poverty, describes its causes, victims, and discusses the various government antipoverty programs designed to erase poverty up to the early 1960's.
Examines the living conditions of Americans from the lower economic classes and briefly discusses programs intended to assist them with their financial burdens.
Presents facts and statistics on several aspects of poverty and homelessness in the U.S., covering such topics as public programs, the low-income housing issue, malnutrition, and characteristics of the homeless population.
