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Poverty is far too prevalent in the United States. Congress and the administration should work together to implement policies, interagency efforts, and support proven anti-poverty programs that reduce the existence of poverty and the suffering associated with it.

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Lee emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts to combat poverty in the U.S.

04/01/2014

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