Welfare Rolls See First Climb in Years
Job Losses Bring Applicants From Middle Class, Test New Focus on Finding Work
For the first time since welfare was redefined a dozen years ago, weaning millions of poor Americans from monthly government checks, the deteriorating economy is causing a surge in welfare rolls in a growing number of states. Full Story »
Posted by Kaizar Campwala
Very tragic. This piece really brings home the depth of the struggle we're in. I only hope that these experiences lead us toward greater tolerance in the future of those in need of assistance. There are those among us whose circumstances present major hurdles in the path towards self-reliance and gainful employment. Regardless of the nation's economic status.