This chart shows poverty rates* in the United States, by age group (in percent).

Even as incomes rose in 2023, the number of Americans living in poverty went up. More and more people are struggling to afford their basic needs. But this is a problem we can actually solve. With a ...

Washington is finally talking about increasing the minimum wage. Such a move comes with costs, but the benefits are far greater. If Rick Santorum wins the nomination, this could have at least one ...