An increase in food stamp use is giving needy residents access to a basic necessity but county officials say the program benefits the entire county by directing dollars back into local coffers.
via San Mateo Daily Journal.
The economy was built on the backs of the poor so it only makes sense that the poor would be [...]

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Human services such as Food Stamps, CalWORKs and General Assistance provide a boost to the state’s economy, with an estimated $1.32 in economic activity generated for every dollar spent, according to a new study released by Beacon Economics
via Food Stamps, CalWORKS Boost Economy, report claims -Roseville California News including Rocklin and Placer County.
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In August 2009, the Poverty Scholars Program will convene a week-long Leadership School to be held in Charleston, WV and to be coordinated in collaboration with the Direct Action Welfare Group (DAWG). The Leadership School marks the foundation of a modern Poor People’s Campaign.
Leaders who have participated in preparatory Strategic Dialogues will be joined by [...]

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I have noticed that when people in the media refer to our President they often call him Mr. Obama and not President Obama. When refering to Bush or Clinton or any other President they do not do this. They call them President whatever or Mr. President. Why is it that President Obama is [...]

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The Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation for Low Income Women and Children will offer 5 grants of up to $2000 each to low income mothers who are enrolled in education and/or training programs.  Applications will be accepted from May 1, 2009 through July 1, 2009. Please see the foundation website, , for eligibility criteria and [...]

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