Controversy over the true number of poor people in the United States is not new. Most of the changes that would make the poverty line more realistic would increase the number of people classified as poor; no president would like to see the number of poor increase during his administration. (RM)

This study examined characteristics of employed households dependent upon private nutrition programs to help make ends meet. Data were derived from an ongoing study of households receiving food assistance from Virginia food pantries and soup kitchens. In 1997, researchers produced a list of all food pantries and soup kitchens in one region and…

A new approach to solving contemporary social ills calls for cooperation among Federal and state governments, local communities, and business. It provides a realistic, results oriented method of solution. (Author/LY)

Described is a counseling program aimed at helping disadvantaged workers retain their jobs. (LS)

Examined data from Continuing Survey of Food Intakes by Individuals (USDA) concerning breakfast consumption in families and the kinds of food chosen. Found that 85% of families reported having breakfast; most of those reporting no breakfast came from lowest income group. Consumption of cereals, fruits and juices increased with income; consumption…

Examines the current official poverty thresholds (including Orshansky's thresholds) and the possibility that a new poverty measure may be adopted soon, discussing the thresholds from a historical perspective. Lessons drawn from the history of poverty thresholds and of early unofficial poverty lines in the United States are included. Recent…

Presents a historical overview of circumstances that led to the language and action of liberation theology, examining themes identified with liberation theology (prayer and Biblical dependence, preferential option for the poor, liberation, praxis, and conscientization) and discussing how the theological praxis of liberation theology can inform the…

This State-specific summary report serves as an assessment of the District of Columbia's annual Race to the Top implementation. The Year 3 report for Phase 1 and 2 grantees highlights successes and accomplishments, identifies challenges, and provides lessons learned from implementation from approximately September 2012 through September 2013. In…

This State-specific summary report serves as an assessment of the Florida's annual Race to the Top implementation. The Year 3 report for Phase 1 and 2 grantees highlights successes and accomplishments, identifies challenges, and provides lessons learned from implementation from approximately September 2012 through September 2013. In Year 3, the…

This State-specific summary report serves as an assessment of Ohio's annual Race to the Top implementation. The Year 3 report for Phase 1 and 2 grantees highlights successes and accomplishments, identifies challenges, and provides lessons learned from implementation from approximately September 2012 through September 2013. The Ohio Department of…

This State-specific summary report serves as an assessment of Hawaii's Year 3 Race to the Top implementation. The Year 3 report for Phase 1 and 2 grantees highlights successes and accomplishments, identifies challenges, and provides lessons learned from implementation from approximately September 2012 through September 2013; the Year 2 report for…

The State-Specific Summary report serves as an assessment of Georgia's annual Race to the Top implementation. This year 3 report for Phase 1 and 2 grantees in Georgia highlights successes and accomplishments, identifies challenges, and provides lessons learned from implementation from approximately September 2012 through September 2013. Among…