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America's War on Poverty

January 16, 1995 1 Season 5 Episodes
Ended
Documentary
8.0

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About

In the midst of unprecedented national prosperity in the 1960s, poverty was "rediscovered" by American policy makers, media and the public. This series examines how the poor fared during these years and the resultant evolution of foundation and public sector programs addressing the challenges of poverty.

Movie Info

Status: Ended
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 5
Network: PBS
Aired: 1995–1995

Top Cast

Lynne Thigpen

Lynne Thigpen

Self - Narrator (voice)

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