Voices for America's Children

Rising Child Poverty Rate Demonstrates Need for Strong Investments in Children

Published in Hospital and Nursing Home Week, September 11th, 2008

New data from the U.S. Census Bureau finds 500,000 more children living in poverty than last year. With more families with children feeling the economic squeeze, Voices for America's Children called for greater investments in programs that ensure that every child is raised in a stable environment and has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

"A good education, access to quality health care, healthy and nutritious meals, safe streets and green space to run and play; these are the building blocks of a secure and stable childhood," said Bill Bentley, VOICES' President & CEO. "The number of children in poverty increased from 12.8 million to 13.3 million, a clear...

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Source: Hospital and Nursing Home Week (2008-09-11)

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