How can the richest country in the world have more poverty than any other industrialized democracy? That is the question Matthew Desmond aims to answer in his new book, “Poverty, by America.” We speak with Desmond on who profits off the poor and how to abolish poverty.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Mackenzie Krumme Producer
- Maria Lopez Technical Director
- Matthew Desmond Guest
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