Safety Net Concerns
A strong safety net tied to employment raises concerns about families falling through the cracks, especially when crises occur. The discussion highlights the impact of high housing costs on child poverty and questions the effectiveness of current housing benefits. Solutions like a housing credit and better wage policies are explored as potential ways to alleviate these pressing issues.In this clip
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Why Does the Richest Country in the World Have So Many Poor Kids? | Freakonomics Radio | Episode 475
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