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How We Count the Poor—and Why It Matters – by Dr. Cecil Bohanon and Dr. John Horowitz
- Social mobility
May 1, 2025 by christianhartselle
Since welfare reform in the 1990s, some studies have reported that poverty has increased for single-parent households. However, this depends on how you measure income and over what time frame. The official U.S. definition of poverty doesn’t include non-cash benefits, tax credits, nor capital gains or losses. The official poverty measure excludes Food Stamps (SNAP), […]

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This Thanksgiving, there’s plenty to be grateful for – by Dr. Cecil Bohanon and Dr. John Horowitz
- Macroeconomics
April 30, 2025 by christianhartselle
During the dark days of the Civil War and while probably experiencing depression, Abraham Lincoln declared a day of Thanksgiving for the bounties and blessings Providence provided. Many countries and cultures have harvest festivals and thanksgiving feasts to express thanks. Philosophers, religious leaders, and scientists throughout the ages have discussed how gratitude is important for […]

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