(I write a monthly-ish opinion piece for Barron’s. This is my most recent one. You can find earlier ones here.) | jwmason.org
The new Census data should provide both concern and optimism for lawmakers. The steep rise in child poverty is an inexcusable tragedy. But it shows that child poverty is avoidable when Congress makes the decision to make tax policy for those who need the hand up rather than for the rich and powerful.| ITEP