The Guardian Revised govt formula shows new poverty high: 49.1MCedartown StandardThat is due to an increase in the poverty rate for Hispanics under the new measure because of lower participation of immigrants and non-English speakers in government aid programs such as housing and food stamps. Due to new adjustments for …
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