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NEW YORK, NY - JULY 29: New Yorkers in need wait in a long line to receive free produce, dry goods, and meat at a Food Bank For New York City distribution event at Lincoln Center on July 29, 2020 in New York City. In addition to unemployment and homelessness, millions of Americans face food insecurity as a result of the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo by Scott Heins/Getty Images)

Commentary Rediscovering Government

It’s Time to Reset the Poverty Line

RICHMOND, CA - NOVEMBER 01: Richmond Emergency Food Bank volunteer Abdul Olorode packs boxes with food to be handed out to needy people on November 1, 2013 in Richmond, California. An estimated 47 million Americans will see their food stamp benefits cut starting today as temporary relief to the federal program ends with no new budget from Congress to replace it. Under the new Supplemental Nutrition and Assistance Program (SNAP), a family of four that used to receive $668 per month will see that amount cut by $36. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Commentary Rediscovering Government

The Tortured and Cruel Logic of Work Requirements

A person sleeping on a sidewalk

Commentary Economic Opportunity

How Asset Tests Punish the Poor