Discussion Question
In this second discussion we will consider the "invisiblepoor" and delve deeper into persistent poverty in the U.S. You will need togather your facts to develop your responses, and you will need to support yourpositions with well-reasoned and cogent arguments using data. This is the wayall good social science research is conducted.
Please be sure to read the following before engaging in the discussion:
• The Other America in the Nation 14 May 2012
Review the materials given in this module before going on tofind additional sources to include in your initial post of 250+ words. You willwant to find support for your position in answering these questions:
• What are the effects of poverty?
• Why is poverty a persistent problem in America?
• What can be done to address the problem?
• What has been the effect of a growing number of working Americans earning below the "living wage" threshold?