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Paola Ferrer
Thu, 04/08/2010

A New Measure of Poverty

overhauling how the poor are counted

The current measure of poverty in our country was developed in the 1960's, and it has been besieged with criticism. A "new" proposal is looking to revamp this measure and change how we do business.  read more »

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