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#labour-party
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Labour is gaslighting disabled people and that should terrify us all | Zoe Williams

The government's proposed cuts to disability benefits have ignited widespread concern and opposition within the Labour party, revealing a disconnect with public realities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

MPs to vote on disability benefit cuts without knowing full impact'

MPs are voting on disability benefit cuts without knowing the employment impact, risking increased poverty for many individuals.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Labour is gaslighting disabled people and that should terrify us all | Zoe Williams

The government's proposed cuts to disability benefits have ignited widespread concern and opposition within the Labour party, revealing a disconnect with public realities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

MPs to vote on disability benefit cuts without knowing full impact'

MPs are voting on disability benefit cuts without knowing the employment impact, risking increased poverty for many individuals.
#welfare-reform
#wealth-inequality
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Poorest County in Every State

The U.S. economy's vast wealth contrasts sharply with significant income inequality, evidenced by millions living below the poverty line.
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 months ago

The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival"

The wealth gap has dramatically increased post-2024 election, sparking concern over an oligarchic shift in democracy.
fromTruthout
4 days ago
Social justice

Billionaires' Wealth Has Skyrocketed by Over $6 Trillion Over the Past Decade

Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Poorest County in Every State

The U.S. economy's vast wealth contrasts sharply with significant income inequality, evidenced by millions living below the poverty line.
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 months ago

The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival"

The wealth gap has dramatically increased post-2024 election, sparking concern over an oligarchic shift in democracy.
fromTruthout
4 days ago
Social justice

Billionaires' Wealth Has Skyrocketed by Over $6 Trillion Over the Past Decade

#environmental-issues
#child-labor
#economy
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Once a Manufacturing Hub, 36% of This American City's Population Is Living in Poverty

The U.S. boasts the largest economy but grapples with significant income inequality and a notable poverty rate.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Struggling to Get By, This is Where Poverty Hits the Hardest in Every U.S. State

US tariffs are likely to increase consumer good prices, affecting lower-income Americans severely, while Europe may experience lower inflation during the same period.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago
US politics

The U.S. Is Minting A Thousand New Millionaires A Day: They'd Make Better Allies Than Antagonists - Above the Law

US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Once a Manufacturing Hub, 36% of This American City's Population Is Living in Poverty

The U.S. boasts the largest economy but grapples with significant income inequality and a notable poverty rate.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Struggling to Get By, This is Where Poverty Hits the Hardest in Every U.S. State

US tariffs are likely to increase consumer good prices, affecting lower-income Americans severely, while Europe may experience lower inflation during the same period.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago
US politics

The U.S. Is Minting A Thousand New Millionaires A Day: They'd Make Better Allies Than Antagonists - Above the Law

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
5 days ago

London Councils' call for funding to match 'deprivation and pressures' in capital

In the face of severe budget pressures, these funding reforms will be pivotal in determining boroughs' financial future. It has been 12 years since the formulas were last updated.
London politics
#mental-health
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Once Home to the Richest Town in America, Now Half of This County Is Poor

Persistent inflation and rising unemployment are exacerbating poverty and mental health issues among low-income Americans.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Once Home to the Richest Town in America, Now Half of This County Is Poor

Persistent inflation and rising unemployment are exacerbating poverty and mental health issues among low-income Americans.
#community-support
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

Food Insecurity A Major Challenge For Central Coast Farmworkers | KQED

Despite California's $60 billion agriculture industry, many farmworkers still face food insecurity.
fromKqed
1 week ago
East Bay food

Food Stamps at Risk in Trump Budget Bill, Bay Area Food Banks Warn | KQED

SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

Food Insecurity A Major Challenge For Central Coast Farmworkers | KQED

Despite California's $60 billion agriculture industry, many farmworkers still face food insecurity.
fromKqed
1 week ago
East Bay food

Food Stamps at Risk in Trump Budget Bill, Bay Area Food Banks Warn | KQED

#disability-benefits
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Up to 1.2m disabled people will lose thousands in UK welfare overhaul, experts warn

The government plans to cut disability benefits, impacting up to 1.2 million people and risking mental health and poverty issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Observer view on the spring statement: Cutting spending is not the only option, chancellor | Observer editorial

Rachel Reeves faces significant challenges as chancellor, with expected public spending cuts that risk increasing poverty and undermining services.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Up to 1.2m disabled people will lose thousands in UK welfare overhaul, experts warn

The government plans to cut disability benefits, impacting up to 1.2 million people and risking mental health and poverty issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Observer view on the spring statement: Cutting spending is not the only option, chancellor | Observer editorial

Rachel Reeves faces significant challenges as chancellor, with expected public spending cuts that risk increasing poverty and undermining services.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

LGBTQ+ elders are more likely to live in poverty. Here's how we can change that

This fear is felt even more strongly by LGBTQ+ elders, about 40 percent of whom are living below the federal poverty line.
SF LGBT
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Sadiq Khan warns ministers not to put our towns and cities against each other'

Sadiq Khan urges equitable investment for all UK cities, emphasizing the severe deprivation in London amidst the Treasury's spending decisions.
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Free school meals for England's poorest children

The Independent focuses on critical issues such as reproductive rights and school meal expansions, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Free school meals for England's poorest children

The Independent focuses on critical issues such as reproductive rights and school meal expansions, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
#politics
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany's new parliament has a diversity problem DW 03/24/2025

Luke Hoss, at 23, aims to address poverty as the youngest Bundestag member.
Hoss will donate most of his salary to social initiatives and people in need.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany's new parliament has a diversity problem DW 03/24/2025

Luke Hoss, at 23, aims to address poverty as the youngest Bundestag member.
Hoss will donate most of his salary to social initiatives and people in need.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Community groups helped shield youth from gun crimes. US funding cuts have put them at risk again

Through conversations with young men, Womack hopes to steer them away from violence by addressing their socioeconomic struggles and fostering a sense of community engagement.
Black Lives Matter
#social-justice
Social justice
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 weeks ago

Matthew Desmond, sociologist: We should ask ourselves if the companies we give our money to are exploiting their workers'

Poverty in America persists due to systemic issues and societal complicity, not just the fault of the richest individuals.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

How to fight back against Trump? Look to poor people's movements | Rev Dr Liz Theoharis and Noam Sandweiss-Back

Trump's proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP threaten millions amid rising poverty, signaling the need for a new social contract that empowers the disadvantaged.
Social justice
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Once-off cost of living measures are 'masking shift towards greater levels of poverty'

Poverty levels in Ireland are climbing, with over 629,000 people affected, including a significant rise among older adults.
Temporary cost of living measures are insufficient to combat the rising trend of poverty.
Social justice
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 weeks ago

Matthew Desmond, sociologist: We should ask ourselves if the companies we give our money to are exploiting their workers'

Poverty in America persists due to systemic issues and societal complicity, not just the fault of the richest individuals.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

How to fight back against Trump? Look to poor people's movements | Rev Dr Liz Theoharis and Noam Sandweiss-Back

Trump's proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP threaten millions amid rising poverty, signaling the need for a new social contract that empowers the disadvantaged.
Social justice
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Once-off cost of living measures are 'masking shift towards greater levels of poverty'

Poverty levels in Ireland are climbing, with over 629,000 people affected, including a significant rise among older adults.
Temporary cost of living measures are insufficient to combat the rising trend of poverty.
#california
California
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

California's High Living Costs and High Poverty Sharpen Its Economic Divide

California's economic landscape has shifted to stark class divisions characterized by high poverty rates among minorities.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: California's high living costs and poverty levels sharpen its divide

California is now characterized by rigid class divisions based on ethnicity and education, leading to high poverty rates.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

California's High Living Costs and High Poverty Sharpen Its Economic Divide

California's economic landscape has shifted to stark class divisions characterized by high poverty rates among minorities.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: California's high living costs and poverty levels sharpen its divide

California is now characterized by rigid class divisions based on ethnicity and education, leading to high poverty rates.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Life in Bogota's pagadiarios': Where $2 rent buys a night of shelter and little else

Deiro Gonzalez highlights that the harsh reality of life in pagadiarios includes losing fellow residents with no mourners, emphasizing the loneliness felt by those living there.
LA real estate
#economics
Environment
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Global warming could make the average person 40% poorer by 2100

Climate change's economic impact is projected to be much greater than previously estimated, threatening global poverty levels significantly by 2100.
Environment
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Global warming could make the average person 40% poorer by 2100

Climate change's economic impact is projected to be much greater than previously estimated, threatening global poverty levels significantly by 2100.
#older-adults
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | Older New Yorkers face enough uncertainty they shouldn't have to worry about their next meal | amNewYork

Growing food insecurity among older New Yorkers, exacerbated by inflation and funding cuts, raises urgent concerns about their ability to access nutritious meals.
fromBKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

More Than 60% of Older Brooklynites Say They Don't Have Retirement Income, Study Says

NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | Older New Yorkers face enough uncertainty they shouldn't have to worry about their next meal | amNewYork

Growing food insecurity among older New Yorkers, exacerbated by inflation and funding cuts, raises urgent concerns about their ability to access nutritious meals.
fromBKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

More Than 60% of Older Brooklynites Say They Don't Have Retirement Income, Study Says

#resilience
SF food
fromTruthout
1 month ago

GOP Propose Historic Cuts to Food Aid to Offset Tax Cuts for the Rich

The proposed legislation would significantly cut SNAP funding, impacting low-income families' access to food support.
#economic-policy
US politics
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

Federal minimum wage falls below poverty lines

The federal minimum wage has not increased since 2009, leading to a significant reduction in its purchasing power.
US politics
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

Federal minimum wage falls below poverty lines

The federal minimum wage has not increased since 2009, leading to a significant reduction in its purchasing power.
#social-security
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 month ago

New Yorkers are aging. But nearly 6 in 10 don't have any retirement income.

Many seniors in NYC are facing poverty without retirement income, leading to increased labor among older adults.
A significant percentage of older New Yorkers are ineligible for Social Security benefits.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 month ago

New Yorkers are aging. But nearly 6 in 10 don't have any retirement income.

Many seniors in NYC are facing poverty without retirement income, leading to increased labor among older adults.
A significant percentage of older New Yorkers are ineligible for Social Security benefits.
Retirement
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

I Worked Myself to the Bone My Whole Life. Under Trump, Everything I've Saved Is Slowly Slipping Away.

Poverty backgrounds hinder retirement planning conversations, impacting financial security.
Recent economic instability is threatening the retirement savings of lower-income individuals.
Pets
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Luxury dog hotels give some people pause amid the inequality of South Africa

Luxury dog hotels like Superwoof thrive in Cape Town amid severe socioeconomic inequality.
#welfare-cuts
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Disability benefit cuts to hit 700,000 families already in poverty, DWP forecasts show

Disability benefit cuts will worsen conditions for 700,000 families in poverty, limiting their ability to find employment.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Disability benefit cuts to hit 700,000 families already in poverty, DWP forecasts show

Disability benefit cuts will worsen conditions for 700,000 families in poverty, limiting their ability to find employment.
#income-inequality
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

This President Oversaw the Lowest Poverty Rate in American History

Income inequality and poverty in the U.S. have gained international attention, with alarming rates affecting millions.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

These 37 Million People Will Never Buy Stocks

Most Americans in the bottom 50% do not own stocks due to low discretionary income.
Institutions primarily drive the U.S. stock market, owning 70% of its total value.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

This President Oversaw the Lowest Poverty Rate in American History

Income inequality and poverty in the U.S. have gained international attention, with alarming rates affecting millions.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

These 37 Million People Will Never Buy Stocks

Most Americans in the bottom 50% do not own stocks due to low discretionary income.
Institutions primarily drive the U.S. stock market, owning 70% of its total value.
#housing-crisis
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | America Is Pushing Its Workers Into Homelessness

Many working families face homelessness despite holding jobs.
The working homeless are overlooked and misunderstood by policymakers.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: How 800 Homes in Desirable Communities Could Disrupt a System-to -Homelessness Pipeline

Providing stable housing for youth aging out of foster care can significantly reduce homelessness and empower them towards better life outcomes.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | America Is Pushing Its Workers Into Homelessness

Many working families face homelessness despite holding jobs.
The working homeless are overlooked and misunderstood by policymakers.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: How 800 Homes in Desirable Communities Could Disrupt a System-to -Homelessness Pipeline

Providing stable housing for youth aging out of foster care can significantly reduce homelessness and empower them towards better life outcomes.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was a low-income student who attended Head Start. I'm now an educator with a master's degree and owe all my success to the federal program.

The federally funded program offered me a safe place to learn and socialize.
Education
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Roth: Pope Francis was a climate hero. Trump reign gives his words extra meaning.

Pope Francis' teachings on climate change remain poignant, emphasizing the vulnerability of the poorest communities and the urgent need for action against global warming.
NYC parents
fromBlavity News & Entertainment
2 months ago

NYC Child Welfare Investigations Disproportionately Target Low-Income Black And Latino Families, Per Report - Blavity

Child welfare investigations in NYC disproportionately affect low-income Black and Latino families, leading to job loss and social disparities.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

IMF praises Nigeria's reforms, warns poverty still high DW 04/18/2025

"The Nigerian authorities have taken important steps to stabilize the economy, enhance resilience, and support growth," IMF mission chief for Nigeria Axel Schimmelpfennig said.
UK news
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

American women and children are in crisis. Republicans are about to make it worse | Karen Dolan

Women and children in America are facing severe socio-economic threats, compounded by proposed budget cuts targeting essential services.
#wealth
Fundraising
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Profiting from misery': how TikTok makes money from child begging livestreams

TikTok live streams featuring children begging for virtual money raise concerns about exploitation and digital predation.
#economic-disparity
#food-insecurity
SF food
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A mom details how she feeds her family of 4 on $150 a month plus food bank hauls

Food insecurity affects 47 million Americans, forcing families like Tiffany Bly's to rely on food banks for survival.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Op-Ed | With an older, poorer city, preserving access to healthy food is critical | amNewYork

Older New Yorkers face increased poverty and food insecurity, worsening their health amid a cost-of-living crisis.
SF food
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A mom details how she feeds her family of 4 on $150 a month plus food bank hauls

Food insecurity affects 47 million Americans, forcing families like Tiffany Bly's to rely on food banks for survival.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Op-Ed | With an older, poorer city, preserving access to healthy food is critical | amNewYork

Older New Yorkers face increased poverty and food insecurity, worsening their health amid a cost-of-living crisis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Some disabled people could lose 10k a year in benefits by end of decade

Some disabled people could lose nearly 10,000 a year in benefits by the end of the decade under Labour's controversial disability benefits reforms that will target the living standards of poor and middle income households, experts have forecast.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Benefit cuts will push more people into poverty, warns Citizens Advice boss

Cutting benefits for disabled individuals risks pushing them into poverty and complicating their employment opportunities.
Short-term fixes have long-term consequences on the health and economic stability of disabled people.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The City With the Highest Poverty Rate in Every State

"The U.S. poverty rate has substantially decreased over the last decade, yet nearly 41 million Americans continue to live at or below the designated poverty line."
NYC parents
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Biased laws and poverty driving huge rise in female prisoners report

The rise of women in prison globally is driven by poverty, abuse, and discriminatory laws targeting vulnerable groups.
Countries are criminalizing survival acts like theft and begging, disproportionately impacting women.
There is a significant need for investment in support services instead of criminalization.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Migrants and refugee families in the UK denied childcare funding, report finds

Many children in migrant families are denied access to government-funded childcare due to immigration status restrictions.
These limitations contribute to family poverty and hinder educational opportunities for children.
Pets
fromtime.com
3 months ago

I Wrote Maid.' Six Years Later, I Hired House Cleaners

The author refrains from hiring a housecleaner due to personal beliefs rooted in their experiences as a former housecleaner.
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