420 | Nikhil Goyal: Child Poverty Doubled Last Year - What Does that Mean for Our Safety Net?
The Realignment
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The Impact of Temporary Support on Long-Term Poverty
This chapter explores the consequences of short-term support programs for individuals living in poverty, drawing on the recent increase in child poverty rates. It questions whether one year of assistance can lead to lasting change or if it leaves people vulnerable to falling back into poverty once the programs expire. The chapter also highlights the importance of permanent social and economic programs to provide stability and upward mobility for those in need.
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