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1 A) September Articles

Chandy, Laurence, and Cory Smith. "How Poor Are America's Poorest? U.S $2 A Day Poverty In A Global Context." Aug. 2014:Print.

This article discusses where the United States stands in reference to the national poverty line and exactly where in the poverty line most of Americans fall. Per a study conducted, it was concluded that millions of Americans live on $2 a day standard. This article also brings light to the methodologies of how poverty is measured and its negative effects. It suggests we develop a fair measure of comparison. As an affluent country, United States still leads in highest inequality. However, it assists other countries in foreign aid. 

Clark, Megan. "US Poverty Growing Faster In Suburbs Than Big Cities." International Business Times 4 Aug. 2014: Print.

This article states that poverty in the United States has experienced a shift from poverty in the big cities to poverty in suburban areas. Per a study conducted by Brookings Institution, poverty has increased by 78% over the past twelve years and the growth has occurred in suburban areas. The article emphasizes the enormous problem with this shift is that suburban areas are not equipped to cope or service this issue.