Poverty

Debunking Myths: The Real Picture of Food Stamp Participation in America

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Food Stamps is often surrounded by misconceptions, however it is a critical resource for individuals and families...

First Fired: Black Workers Make up 90% of Recent Job Loses

The old saying "Last Hired and First Fired" that has been imbedded in Black American culture is ringing true - at least the later...

DATA CHART: Black Homicides from Reagan to Biden

In the Reagan era, there was a significant surge in the volume of cocaine entering the United States. Once it reached the underground economy...

DATA CHART: African American Income from Truman to Trump (1948-2021)

NOTE: an earlier version of this article incorrectly listed this data as Household income. Corrections have been made to relabel as median individual income....

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Black/White Wealth Gap Persists

Black family median net worth increased from 2013 to 2019 from $14,364 to $24,100 according to the 2019 Survey of Consumer Finances conducted by...

DATA CHART: Black Families Above and Below Poverty Level

As the chart below shows when considering Black families with and without children who live below the national poverty line, the vast majority (74% or...

Chart: History of Poverty in Black American Families

The U.S. Census Bureau records historical poverty data among American families using its Current Population Survey and Annual Social and Economic Supplements (chart below)....

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