The recession takes a heavy toll on children — and not just in the South
The Institute for Southern Studies, by Sue Sturgis … Before the current recession, Southern states accounted for two-thirds of...
The Institute for Southern Studies, by Sue Sturgis … Before the current recession, Southern states accounted for two-thirds of...
Economic realities for America’s children have changed dramatically for America’s children — and not for the better. This paper,...
Winston-Salem Journal, by Richard Craver … One of every 10 children in North Carolina lived with a parent who...
Times-Picayune, by Quincy Hodges … The number of children in Louisiana who are living with unemployed parents has grown...
The Nation, by Greg Kaufmann … In May 2012, Richard Crowe was laid off when the steel mill where...
By Kayla Klein, First Focus Intern Associate The Recession’s Ongoing Impact on Children, 2012: Indicators of Children’s Economic Well-Being,...
Oregon Public Broadcasting, by David Nogueras … A study released this week by the children’s advocacy group, First Focus...
Houston Public Media, by Laurie Johnson … The First Focus report was written by researchers with the Urban Institute and examines...
Contact:Ed Walz(202) 657-0685 (office) Washington — A new report released today predicts 2012 national and state child poverty rates...